51566 Zip Code, Red Oak

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Red Oak

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 126 / 300 High

Violent Crime 129

29% above national avg

Property Crime 134

34% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 51566 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 51566 in Red Oak, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 126, which is 26% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Red Oak.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 147, 47% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 115).

Highest Risk

Vehicle Theft · Index 147 (47% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Burglary · Index 115 (15% above avg)

51566 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Red Oak	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	135	+35%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	124	+24%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	122	+22%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	136	+36%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	115	+15%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	140	+40%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	147	+47%	N/A	Moderate

51566 Crime Map

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51566 Demographics & Context

Population

6,530

Median Income

$55,322

Home Value

$123,057

Median Age

Pop. Density

37/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.3%

Graduate Degree 5.2%

Housing

63%

37%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.8%

Black 0.4%

Hispanic 5.6%

Asian 0.3%

51566 Crime Map

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Red Oak Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 51566, Red Oak?

Zip code 51566 in Red Oak, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 126, which is 26% above the national average. Zip code 51566 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Red Oak.

Is Zip code 51566 a safe neighborhood in Red Oak?

Zip code 51566 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Red Oak, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 147), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 115). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Red Oak.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 51566?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 51566 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 147 (47% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 51566?

Zip code 51566 has a population of approximately 6,530. The median household income is $55,322. The median home value is $123,057. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 51566 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 51566's overall crime rate is 26% above the national average (index 126 vs 100). Within Red Oak, 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.