50565 Zip Code, Marathon

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Marathon

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 180 / 300 High
Violent Crime 160
60% above national avg
Property Crime 131
31% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 50565 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 50565 in Marathon, IA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 180, which is 80% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Marathon.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 190, 90% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 72). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 190 (90% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 72 (28% below avg)

50565 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
168 +68% High
Assault
171 +71% High
Robbery
134 +34% Moderate
Rape
168 +68% High
Property Crime
Burglary
190 +90% High
Larceny / Theft
72 -28% Low
Vehicle Theft
132 +32% Moderate

50565 Crime Map

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50565 Demographics & Context

Population
305
Median Income
$64,224
Home Value
$92,526
Median Age
49
Pop. Density
7/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13%
Graduate Degree 0.7%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.1%
Black 0.5%
Hispanic 2.4%
Asian 0.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50565, Marathon?

Zip code 50565 in Marathon, IA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 180, which is 80% above the national average. Zip code 50565 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Marathon.

Is Zip code 50565 a safe neighborhood in Marathon?

Zip code 50565 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Marathon, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 190), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 72). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Marathon.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50565?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50565 is Burglary, with a crime index of 190 (90% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 50565?

Zip code 50565 has a population of approximately 305. The median household income is $64,224. The median home value is $92,526. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50565 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50565's overall crime rate is 80% above the national average (index 180 vs 100). Within Marathon, 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.