52761 Zip Code, Muscatine

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Muscatine

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 105 / 300 High
Violent Crime 108
8% above national avg
Property Crime 113
13% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 52761 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 52761 in Muscatine, IA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 105, which is 5% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Muscatine.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 117, 17% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 101).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 117 (17% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 101 (1% above avg)

52761 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
104 +4% Moderate
Assault
110 +10% Moderate
Robbery
101 +1% Moderate
Rape
116 +16% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
114 +14% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
117 +17% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
109 +9% Moderate

52761 Crime Map

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52761 Demographics & Context

Population
30,519
Median Income
$70,646
Home Value
$198,451
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
168/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.9%
Graduate Degree 5.5%

Housing

66%
34%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 86.4%
Black 2.7%
Hispanic 17.1%
Asian 1.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 52761, Muscatine?

Zip code 52761 in Muscatine, IA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 105, which is 5% above the national average. Zip code 52761 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Muscatine.

Is Zip code 52761 a safe neighborhood in Muscatine?

Zip code 52761 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Muscatine, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 117), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 101). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Muscatine.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 52761?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 52761 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 117 (17% 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 52761?

Zip code 52761 has a population of approximately 30,519. The median household income is $70,646. The median home value is $198,451. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 52761 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 52761's overall crime rate is 5% above the national average (index 105 vs 100). Within Muscatine, 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.