52501 Zip Code, Ottumwa

Last updated: November 9, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Ottumwa

Summary: 52501 (Ottumwa, IA) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP 52501, Ottumwa, IA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 8% above the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: November 9, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 108 / 300 High
Violent Crime 114
14% above national avg
Property Crime 124
24% above national avg
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Is 52501 a Safe Zip Code?

Mixed — the grade is relative, but crime is above the national average. Zip code 52501 in Ottumwa, IA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 108, which is 8% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Ottumwa.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 127, 27% above average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 109).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 127 (27% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Murder · Index 109 (9% above avg)

52501 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
109 +9% Moderate
Assault
119 +19% Moderate
Robbery
109 +9% Moderate
Rape
119 +19% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
121 +21% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
127 +27% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
123 +23% Moderate

52501 Crime Map

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52501 Demographics & Context

Population
29,664
Median Income
$61,314
Home Value
$133,647
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
134/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.6%
Graduate Degree 5.3%

Housing

66%
34%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 86.5%
Black 2.8%
Hispanic 12.8%
Asian 1.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 52501, Ottumwa?

Zip code 52501 in Ottumwa, IA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 108, which is 8% above the national average. Zip code 52501 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Ottumwa.

Is Zip code 52501 a safe neighborhood in Ottumwa?

Zip code 52501 has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of A. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 127), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 109). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Ottumwa.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 52501?

The most common crime type in Zip code 52501 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 127 (27% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more common than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 52501?

Zip code 52501 has a population of approximately 29,664. The median household income is $61,314. The median home value is $133,647. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 52501 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 52501's overall crime rate is 8% above the national average (index 108 vs 100). Within Ottumwa, 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 November 2026.