55038 Zip Code, Hugo

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Hugo

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 43 / 300 High
Violent Crime 64
36% below national avg
Property Crime 70
30% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 55038 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 55038 in Hugo, MN has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 43, which is 57% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Hugo.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 85, 15% below average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 31).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 85 (15% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 31 (69% below avg)

55038 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
59 -41% Low
Assault
31 -69% Low
Robbery
85 -15% Average
Rape
82 -18% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
68 -32% Low
Larceny / Theft
77 -23% Low
Vehicle Theft
66 -34% Low

55038 Crime Map

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55038 Demographics & Context

Population
22,712
Median Income
$115,634
Home Value
$417,249
Median Age
36
Pop. Density
422/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 27.3%
Graduate Degree 12.8%

Housing

89%
11%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.4%
Black 1%
Hispanic 2.3%
Asian 5.5%
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Hugo Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 55038, Hugo?

Zip code 55038 in Hugo, MN has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 43, which is 57% below the national average. Zip code 55038 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Hugo.

Is Zip code 55038 a safe neighborhood in Hugo?

Zip code 55038 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Hugo, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 85), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 31). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Hugo.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 55038?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 55038 is Robbery, with a crime index of 85 (15% below 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 55038?

Zip code 55038 has a population of approximately 22,712. The median household income is $115,634. The median home value is $417,249. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 55038 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 55038's overall crime rate is 57% below the national average (index 43 vs 100). Within Hugo, 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.