50217 Zip Code, Paton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Paton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 140 / 300 High
Violent Crime 128
28% above national avg
Property Crime 92
8% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 50217 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 50217 in Paton, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 140, which is 40% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Paton.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 153, 53% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 46). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 153 (53% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 46 (54% below avg)

50217 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
142 +42% Moderate
Assault
112 +12% Moderate
Robbery
120 +20% Moderate
Rape
138 +38% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
153 +53% High
Larceny / Theft
46 -54% Low
Vehicle Theft
77 -23% Low

50217 Crime Map

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50217 Demographics & Context

Population
571
Median Income
$70,167
Home Value
$134,243
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
8/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.9%
Graduate Degree 2.1%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.2%
Black 1.5%
Hispanic 2.2%
Asian 0.5%
50217 Crime Map
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Paton Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50217, Paton?

Zip code 50217 in Paton, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 140, which is 40% above the national average. Zip code 50217 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Paton.

Is Zip code 50217 a safe neighborhood in Paton?

Zip code 50217 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Paton, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 153), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 46). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Paton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50217?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50217 is Burglary, with a crime index of 153 (53% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 50217?

Zip code 50217 has a population of approximately 571. The median household income is $70,167. The median home value is $134,243. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50217 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50217's overall crime rate is 40% above the national average (index 140 vs 100). Within Paton, 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.