51537 Zip Code, Harlan

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Harlan

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 133 / 300 High

Violent Crime 131

31% above national avg

Property Crime 141

41% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 51537 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 51537 in Harlan, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 133, which is 33% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Harlan.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 151, 51% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 122).

Highest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 151 (51% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Burglary · Index 122 (22% above avg)

51537 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Harlan	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	136	+36%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	124	+24%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	126	+26%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	137	+37%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	122	+22%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	151	+51%	N/A	High
Vehicle Theft	151	+51%	N/A	High

51537 Crime Map

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51537 Demographics & Context

Population

6,440

Median Income

$66,267

Home Value

$198,619

Median Age

Pop. Density

39/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.5%

Graduate Degree 5.3%

Housing

72%

28%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.7%

Black 0.7%

Hispanic 3%

Asian 0.6%

51537 Crime Map

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Harlan Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 51537, Harlan?

Zip code 51537 in Harlan, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 133, which is 33% above the national average. Zip code 51537 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Harlan.

Is Zip code 51537 a safe neighborhood in Harlan?

Zip code 51537 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Harlan, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 151), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 122). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Harlan.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 51537?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 51537 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 151 (51% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 51537?

Zip code 51537 has a population of approximately 6,440. The median household income is $66,267. The median home value is $198,619. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 51537 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 51537's overall crime rate is 33% above the national average (index 133 vs 100). Within Harlan, 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.