52233 Zip Code, Hiawatha

Crime Rate & Statistics

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Hiawatha

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low

Low 74 / 300 High

Violent Crime 86

14% below national avg

Property Crime 104

4% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 52233 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 52233 in Hiawatha, IA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 74, which is 26% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Hiawatha.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 109, 9% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 71).

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 109 (9% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Rape · Index 71 (29% below avg)

52233 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Hiawatha	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	93	-7%	N/A	Average
Assault	92	-8%	N/A	Average
Robbery	86	-14%	N/A	Average
Rape	71	-29%	N/A	Low
Property Crime
Burglary	109	+9%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	109	+9%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	95	-5%	N/A	Average

52233 Crime Map

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52233 Demographics & Context

Population

7,191

Median Income

$74,105

Home Value

$213,198

Median Age

Pop. Density

1,914/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 23.6%

Graduate Degree 7.9%

Housing

63%

37%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 83.2%

Black 8.2%

Hispanic 2.8%

Asian 3.6%

52233 Crime Map

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Hiawatha Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 52233, Hiawatha?

Zip code 52233 in Hiawatha, IA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 74, which is 26% below the national average. Zip code 52233 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Hiawatha.

Is Zip code 52233 a safe neighborhood in Hiawatha?

Zip code 52233 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Hiawatha, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 109), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 71). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Hiawatha.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 52233?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 52233 is Burglary, with a crime index of 109 (9% 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 52233?

Zip code 52233 has a population of approximately 7,191. The median household income is $74,105. The median home value is $213,198. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 52233 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 52233's overall crime rate is 26% below the national average (index 74 vs 100). Within Hiawatha, 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.