55055 Zip Code, Newport

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Newport

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 175 / 300 High
Violent Crime 132
32% above national avg
Property Crime 135
35% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 55055 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 55055 in Newport, MN has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 175, which is 75% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Newport.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 164, 64% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 110).

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 164 (64% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 110 (10% above avg)

55055 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
164 +64% High
Assault
129 +29% Moderate
Robbery
110 +10% Moderate
Rape
123 +23% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
147 +47% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
142 +42% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
117 +17% Moderate

55055 Crime Map

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55055 Demographics & Context

Population
3,608
Median Income
$78,062
Home Value
$320,762
Median Age
37
Pop. Density
997/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.5%
Graduate Degree 8.3%

Housing

60%
40%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 79%
Black 8%
Hispanic 7.4%
Asian 5.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 55055, Newport?

Zip code 55055 in Newport, MN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 175, which is 75% above the national average. Zip code 55055 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Newport.

Is Zip code 55055 a safe neighborhood in Newport?

Zip code 55055 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Newport, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Murder (index: 164), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 110). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Newport.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 55055?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 55055 is Murder, with a crime index of 164 (64% 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 55055?

Zip code 55055 has a population of approximately 3,608. The median household income is $78,062. The median home value is $320,762. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 55055 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 55055's overall crime rate is 75% above the national average (index 175 vs 100). Within Newport, 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.