51640 Zip Code, Hamburg

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Hamburg

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 127 / 300 High
Violent Crime 141
41% above national avg
Property Crime 120
20% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 51640 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 51640 in Hamburg, IA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Hamburg.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 154, 54% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 103). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 154 (54% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 103 (3% above avg)

51640 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Hamburg city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
131 +31% Moderate
Assault
131 +31% Moderate
Robbery
154 +54% High
Rape
149 +49% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
142 +42% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
103 +3% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
116 +16% Moderate

51640 Crime Map

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51640 Demographics & Context

Population
1,769
Median Income
$53,152
Home Value
$51,035
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
15/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.5%
Graduate Degree 5.2%

Housing

68%
32%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.5%
Black 0.7%
Hispanic 7%
Asian 0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 51640, Hamburg?

Zip code 51640 in Hamburg, IA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average. Zip code 51640 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Hamburg.

Is Zip code 51640 a safe neighborhood in Hamburg?

Zip code 51640 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Hamburg, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 154), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 103). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Hamburg.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 51640?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 51640 is Robbery, with a crime index of 154 (54% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 51640?

Zip code 51640 has a population of approximately 1,769. The median household income is $53,152. The median home value is $51,035. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 51640 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 51640's overall crime rate is 27% above the national average (index 127 vs 100). Within Hamburg, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.