56137 Zip Code, Heron Lake

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Heron Lake

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 133 / 300 High
Violent Crime 129
29% above national avg
Property Crime 88
12% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 56137 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 56137 in Heron Lake, MN 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 Heron Lake.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 152, 52% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 54). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 152 (52% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 54 (46% below avg)

56137 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
124 +24% Moderate
Assault
122 +22% Moderate
Robbery
119 +19% Moderate
Rape
152 +52% High
Property Crime
Burglary
129 +29% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
54 -46% Low
Vehicle Theft
82 -18% Average

56137 Crime Map

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56137 Demographics & Context

Population
989
Median Income
$70,652
Home Value
$329,368
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
9/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.5%
Graduate Degree 3.4%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.3%
Black 1.5%
Hispanic 9.1%
Asian 1.1%
56137 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 56137, Heron Lake?

Zip code 56137 in Heron Lake, MN 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 56137 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Heron Lake.

Is Zip code 56137 a safe neighborhood in Heron Lake?

Zip code 56137 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Heron Lake, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 152), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 54). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Heron Lake.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 56137?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 56137 is Rape, with a crime index of 152 (52% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 56137?

Zip code 56137 has a population of approximately 989. The median household income is $70,652. The median home value is $329,368. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 56137 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 56137's overall crime rate is 33% above the national average (index 133 vs 100). Within Heron Lake, 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.