51350 Zip Code, Melvin

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Melvin

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 145 / 300 High
Violent Crime 144
44% above national avg
Property Crime 105
5% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 51350 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 51350 in Melvin, IA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 145, which is 45% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Melvin.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 157, 57% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 77). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 157 (57% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 77 (23% below avg)

51350 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
142 +42% Moderate
Assault
125 +25% Moderate
Robbery
153 +53% High
Rape
154 +54% High
Property Crime
Burglary
157 +57% High
Larceny / Theft
77 -23% Low
Vehicle Theft
80 -20% Low

51350 Crime Map

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51350 Demographics & Context

Population
399
Median Income
$56,557
Home Value
$85,637
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
10/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.9%
Graduate Degree 1.4%

Housing

84%
16%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.8%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 6.8%
Asian 0.6%
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Melvin Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 51350, Melvin?

Zip code 51350 in Melvin, IA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 145, which is 45% above the national average. Zip code 51350 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Melvin.

Is Zip code 51350 a safe neighborhood in Melvin?

Zip code 51350 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Melvin, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 157), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 77). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Melvin.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 51350?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 51350 is Burglary, with a crime index of 157 (57% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 51350?

Zip code 51350 has a population of approximately 399. The median household income is $56,557. The median home value is $85,637. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 51350 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 51350's overall crime rate is 45% above the national average (index 145 vs 100). Within Melvin, 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.