51023 Zip Code, Hawarden

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Hawarden

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 145 / 300 High
Violent Crime 143
43% above national avg
Property Crime 128
28% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 51023 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 51023 in Hawarden, IA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 145, which is 45% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Hawarden.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 153, 53% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 117).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 153 (53% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 117 (17% above avg)

51023 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
132 +32% Moderate
Assault
153 +53% High
Robbery
145 +45% Moderate
Rape
141 +41% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
150 +50% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
117 +17% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
117 +17% Moderate

51023 Crime Map

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51023 Demographics & Context

Population
4,032
Median Income
$59,474
Home Value
$153,221
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
33/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.1%
Graduate Degree 5.2%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 85%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 19.4%
Asian 0.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 51023, Hawarden?

Zip code 51023 in Hawarden, IA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 145, which is 45% above the national average. Zip code 51023 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Hawarden.

Is Zip code 51023 a safe neighborhood in Hawarden?

Zip code 51023 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Hawarden, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 153), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 117). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Hawarden.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 51023?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 51023 is Assault, with a crime index of 153 (53% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 51023?

Zip code 51023 has a population of approximately 4,032. The median household income is $59,474. The median home value is $153,221. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 51023 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 51023's overall crime rate is 45% above the national average (index 145 vs 100). Within Hawarden, 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.