50851 Zip Code, Lenox

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Lenox

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 117 / 300 High
Violent Crime 138
38% above national avg
Property Crime 110
10% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 50851 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 50851 in Lenox, IA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Lenox.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 150, 50% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 97). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 150 (50% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 97 (3% below avg)

50851 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
129 +29% Moderate
Assault
129 +29% Moderate
Robbery
150 +50% Moderate
Rape
145 +45% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
121 +21% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
97 -3% Average
Vehicle Theft
112 +12% Moderate

50851 Crime Map

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50851 Demographics & Context

Population
2,147
Median Income
$53,006
Home Value
$134,096
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
16/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.1%
Graduate Degree 5.3%

Housing

61%
39%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.7%
Black 0.5%
Hispanic 19.2%
Asian 0.6%
50851 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50851, Lenox?

Zip code 50851 in Lenox, IA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average. Zip code 50851 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lenox.

Is Zip code 50851 a safe neighborhood in Lenox?

Zip code 50851 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Lenox, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 150), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 97). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Lenox.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50851?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50851 is Robbery, with a crime index of 150 (50% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 50851?

Zip code 50851 has a population of approximately 2,147. The median household income is $53,006. The median home value is $134,096. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50851 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50851's overall crime rate is 17% above the national average (index 117 vs 100). Within Lenox, 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.