51040 Zip Code, Onawa

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Onawa

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 109 / 300 High

Violent Crime 114

14% above national avg

Property Crime 140

40% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 51040 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 51040 in Onawa, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 109, which is 9% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Onawa.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 151, 51% above average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 105). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 151 (51% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Murder · Index 105 (5% above avg)

51040 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Onawa	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	105	+5%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	124	+24%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	105	+5%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	121	+21%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	122	+22%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	151	+51%	N/A	High
Vehicle Theft	148	+48%	N/A	Moderate

51040 Crime Map

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51040 Demographics & Context

Population

3,963

Median Income

$55,755

Home Value

$116,575

Median Age

Pop. Density

29/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.4%

Graduate Degree 2.7%

Housing

66%

34%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.3%

Black 0.6%

Hispanic 1.9%

Asian 0.5%

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Onawa Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 51040, Onawa?

Zip code 51040 in Onawa, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 109, which is 9% above the national average. Zip code 51040 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Onawa.

Is Zip code 51040 a safe neighborhood in Onawa?

Zip code 51040 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Onawa, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 151), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 105). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Onawa.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 51040?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 51040 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 151 (51% 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 51040?

Zip code 51040 has a population of approximately 3,963. The median household income is $55,755. The median home value is $116,575. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 51040 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 51040's overall crime rate is 9% above the national average (index 109 vs 100). Within Onawa, 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.