50227 Zip Code, Popejoy

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Popejoy

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 153 / 300 High
Violent Crime 155
55% above national avg
Property Crime 90
10% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 50227 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 50227 in Popejoy, IA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 153, which is 53% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Popejoy.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 170, 70% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 45). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 170 (70% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 45 (55% below avg)

50227 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
153 +53% High
Assault
145 +45% Moderate
Robbery
152 +52% High
Rape
170 +70% High
Property Crime
Burglary
99 -1% Average
Larceny / Theft
45 -55% Low
Vehicle Theft
126 +26% Moderate

50227 Crime Map

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50227 Demographics & Context

Population
6
Median Income
$58,882
Home Value
$49,656
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
7/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.3%
Graduate Degree 3.6%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.7%
Black 0.1%
Hispanic 8.7%
Asian 0.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50227, Popejoy?

Zip code 50227 in Popejoy, IA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 153, which is 53% above the national average. Zip code 50227 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Popejoy.

Is Zip code 50227 a safe neighborhood in Popejoy?

Zip code 50227 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Popejoy, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 170), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 45). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Popejoy.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50227?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50227 is Rape, with a crime index of 170 (70% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 50227?

Zip code 50227 has a population of approximately 6. The median household income is $58,882. The median home value is $49,656. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50227 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50227's overall crime rate is 53% above the national average (index 153 vs 100). Within Popejoy, 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.