51048 Zip Code, Pierson

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Pierson

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 134 / 300 High
Violent Crime 135
35% above national avg
Property Crime 82
18% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 51048 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 51048 in Pierson, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 134, which is 34% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Pierson.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 168, 68% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 16). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 168 (68% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 16 (84% below avg)

51048 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
106 +6% Moderate
Assault
148 +48% Moderate
Robbery
129 +29% Moderate
Rape
157 +57% High
Property Crime
Burglary
168 +68% High
Larceny / Theft
16 -84% Low
Vehicle Theft
63 -37% Low

51048 Crime Map

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51048 Demographics & Context

Population
509
Median Income
$66,984
Home Value
$118,480
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
12/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.8%
Graduate Degree 5.9%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.2%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 2.2%
Asian 0.9%
51048 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 51048, Pierson?

Zip code 51048 in Pierson, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 134, which is 34% above the national average. Zip code 51048 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Pierson.

Is Zip code 51048 a safe neighborhood in Pierson?

Zip code 51048 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Pierson, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 168), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 16). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Pierson.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 51048?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 51048 is Burglary, with a crime index of 168 (68% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 51048?

Zip code 51048 has a population of approximately 509. The median household income is $66,984. The median home value is $118,480. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 51048 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 51048's overall crime rate is 34% above the national average (index 134 vs 100). Within Pierson, 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.