51044 Zip Code, Oto

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Oto

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 150 / 300 High
Violent Crime 142
42% above national avg
Property Crime 85
15% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 51044 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 51044 in Oto, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 150, which is 50% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Oto.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 186, 86% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 21). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 186 (86% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 21 (79% below avg)

51044 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
107 +7% Moderate
Assault
163 +63% High
Robbery
139 +39% Moderate
Rape
159 +59% High
Property Crime
Burglary
186 +86% High
Larceny / Theft
21 -79% Low
Vehicle Theft
48 -52% Low

51044 Crime Map

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51044 Demographics & Context

Population
359
Median Income
$56,298
Home Value
$172,054
Median Age
50
Pop. Density
10/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.6%
Graduate Degree 2.2%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.9%
Black 0%
Hispanic 3.9%
Asian 0.5%
51044 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 51044, Oto?

Zip code 51044 in Oto, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 150, which is 50% above the national average. Zip code 51044 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Oto.

Is Zip code 51044 a safe neighborhood in Oto?

Zip code 51044 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Oto, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 186), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 21). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Oto.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 51044?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 51044 is Burglary, with a crime index of 186 (86% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 51044?

Zip code 51044 has a population of approximately 359. The median household income is $56,298. The median home value is $172,054. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 51044 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 51044's overall crime rate is 50% above the national average (index 150 vs 100). Within Oto, 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.