51038 Zip Code, Merrill

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Merrill

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 80 / 300 High
Violent Crime 109
9% above national avg
Property Crime 67
33% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 51038 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 51038 in Merrill, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 80, which is 20% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Merrill.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 143, 43% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 55). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 143 (43% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 55 (45% below avg)

51038 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
83 -17% Average
Assault
72 -28% Low
Robbery
143 +43% Moderate
Rape
138 +38% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
88 -12% Average
Larceny / Theft
59 -41% Low
Vehicle Theft
55 -45% Low

51038 Crime Map

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51038 Demographics & Context

Population
1,897
Median Income
$93,583
Home Value
$218,316
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
21/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.5%
Graduate Degree 8.3%

Housing

87%
13%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97%
Black 0.1%
Hispanic 1.6%
Asian 0.8%
51038 Crime Map
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Merrill Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 51038, Merrill?

Zip code 51038 in Merrill, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 80, which is 20% below the national average. Zip code 51038 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Merrill.

Is Zip code 51038 a safe neighborhood in Merrill?

Zip code 51038 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Merrill, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 143), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 55). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Merrill.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 51038?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 51038 is Robbery, with a crime index of 143 (43% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 51038?

Zip code 51038 has a population of approximately 1,897. The median household income is $93,583. The median home value is $218,316. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 51038 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 51038's overall crime rate is 20% below the national average (index 80 vs 100). Within Merrill, 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.