51541 Zip Code, Henderson

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Henderson

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 176 / 300 High
Violent Crime 167
67% above national avg
Property Crime 138
38% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 51541 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 51541 in Henderson, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 176, which is 76% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Henderson.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 174, 74% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 101). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 174 (74% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 101 (1% above avg)

51541 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
174 +74% High
Assault
162 +62% High
Robbery
165 +65% High
Rape
168 +68% High
Property Crime
Burglary
161 +61% High
Larceny / Theft
101 +1% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
151 +51% High

51541 Crime Map

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51541 Demographics & Context

Population
316
Median Income
$69,920
Home Value
$175,999
Median Age
50
Pop. Density
7/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.4%
Graduate Degree 5.5%

Housing

76%
24%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 98.4%
Black 0.1%
Hispanic 2.4%
Asian 0.2%
51541 Crime Map
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Henderson Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 51541, Henderson?

Zip code 51541 in Henderson, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 176, which is 76% above the national average. Zip code 51541 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Henderson.

Is Zip code 51541 a safe neighborhood in Henderson?

Zip code 51541 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Henderson, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Murder (index: 174), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 101). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Henderson.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 51541?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 51541 is Murder, with a crime index of 174 (74% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 51541?

Zip code 51541 has a population of approximately 316. The median household income is $69,920. The median home value is $175,999. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 51541 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 51541's overall crime rate is 76% above the national average (index 176 vs 100). Within Henderson, 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.