66749 Zip Code, Iola

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Iola

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 126 / 300 High
Violent Crime 131
31% above national avg
Property Crime 133
33% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 66749 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 66749 in Iola, KS has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 126, which is 26% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Iola.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 138, 38% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 126).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 138 (38% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 126 (26% above avg)

66749 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
134 +34% Moderate
Assault
126 +26% Moderate
Robbery
131 +31% Moderate
Rape
134 +34% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
129 +29% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
138 +38% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
131 +31% Moderate

66749 Crime Map

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66749 Demographics & Context

Population
7,617
Median Income
$53,943
Home Value
$68,268
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
65/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.7%
Graduate Degree 7.2%

Housing

61%
39%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 87.8%
Black 4.2%
Hispanic 3.5%
Asian 1.3%
66749 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 66749, Iola?

Zip code 66749 in Iola, KS has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 126, which is 26% above the national average. Zip code 66749 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Iola.

Is Zip code 66749 a safe neighborhood in Iola?

Zip code 66749 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Iola, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 138), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 126). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Iola.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 66749?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 66749 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 138 (38% 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 66749?

Zip code 66749 has a population of approximately 7,617. The median household income is $53,943. The median home value is $68,268. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 66749 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 66749's overall crime rate is 26% above the national average (index 126 vs 100). Within Iola, 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.