50401 Zip Code, Mason City

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Mason City

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 90 / 300 High
Violent Crime 94
6% below national avg
Property Crime 118
18% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 50401 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 50401 in Mason City, IA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 90, which is 10% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Mason City.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 133, 33% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 88). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 133 (33% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 88 (12% below avg)

50401 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
100 0% Average
Assault
88 -12% Average
Robbery
92 -8% Average
Rape
95 -5% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
103 +3% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
133 +33% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
118 +18% Moderate

50401 Crime Map

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50401 Demographics & Context

Population
28,984
Median Income
$60,246
Home Value
$169,938
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
202/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.3%
Graduate Degree 6.5%

Housing

65%
35%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.1%
Black 3.1%
Hispanic 6.3%
Asian 1.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50401, Mason City?

Zip code 50401 in Mason City, IA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 90, which is 10% below the national average. Zip code 50401 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Mason City.

Is Zip code 50401 a safe neighborhood in Mason City?

Zip code 50401 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Mason City, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 133), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 88). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Mason City.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50401?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50401 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 133 (33% 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 50401?

Zip code 50401 has a population of approximately 28,984. The median household income is $60,246. The median home value is $169,938. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50401 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50401's overall crime rate is 10% below the national average (index 90 vs 100). Within Mason City, 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.