51544 Zip Code, Lewis

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Lewis

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 147 / 300 High
Violent Crime 150
50% above national avg
Property Crime 101
1% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Lewis zip codes

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Is 51544 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 51544 in Lewis, IA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 147, which is 47% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Lewis.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 173, 73% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 44). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 173 (73% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 44 (56% below avg)

51544 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
150 +50% Moderate
Assault
144 +44% Moderate
Robbery
133 +33% Moderate
Rape
173 +73% High
Property Crime
Burglary
123 +23% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
44 -56% Low
Vehicle Theft
137 +37% Moderate

51544 Crime Map

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51544 Demographics & Context

Population
552
Median Income
$70,180
Home Value
$146,856
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
10/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 24.7%
Graduate Degree 2.8%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.2%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 3.2%
Asian 0.2%
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Lewis Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 51544, Lewis?

Zip code 51544 in Lewis, IA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 147, which is 47% above the national average. Zip code 51544 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lewis.

Is Zip code 51544 a safe neighborhood in Lewis?

Zip code 51544 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Lewis, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 173), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 44). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Lewis.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 51544?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 51544 is Rape, with a crime index of 173 (73% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 51544?

Zip code 51544 has a population of approximately 552. The median household income is $70,180. The median home value is $146,856. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 51544 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 51544's overall crime rate is 47% above the national average (index 147 vs 100). Within Lewis, 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.