50450 Zip Code, Lake Mills

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Lake Mills

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 139 / 300 High

Violent Crime 143

43% above national avg

Property Crime 117

17% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 50450 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 50450 in Lake Mills, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 139, which is 39% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Lake Mills.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 152, 52% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 90). 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 90 (10% below avg)

50450 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Lake Mills	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	137	+37%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	142	+42%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	141	+41%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	152	+52%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	131	+31%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	90	-10%	N/A	Average
Vehicle Theft	129	+29%	N/A	Moderate

50450 Crime Map

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50450 Demographics & Context

Population

2,950

Median Income

$60,845

Home Value

$171,529

Median Age

Pop. Density

35/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.6%

Graduate Degree 4%

Housing

71%

29%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.6%

Black 0.4%

Hispanic 4.1%

Asian 1.5%

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Lake Mills Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50450, Lake Mills?

Zip code 50450 in Lake Mills, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 139, which is 39% above the national average. Zip code 50450 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lake Mills.

Is Zip code 50450 a safe neighborhood in Lake Mills?

Zip code 50450 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Lake Mills, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 152), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 90). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Lake Mills.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50450?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50450 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 50450?

Zip code 50450 has a population of approximately 2,950. The median household income is $60,845. The median home value is $171,529. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50450 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50450's overall crime rate is 39% above the national average (index 139 vs 100). Within Lake Mills, 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.