50470 Zip Code, Rowan

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Rowan

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 148 / 300 High
Violent Crime 139
39% above national avg
Property Crime 104
4% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 50470 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 50470 in Rowan, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 148, which is 48% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Rowan.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 171, 71% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 32). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 171 (71% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 32 (68% below avg)

50470 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
130 +30% Moderate
Assault
155 +55% High
Robbery
125 +25% Moderate
Rape
147 +47% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
171 +71% High
Larceny / Theft
32 -68% Low
Vehicle Theft
109 +9% Moderate

50470 Crime Map

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50470 Demographics & Context

Population
174
Median Income
$66,264
Home Value
$86,412
Median Age
51
Pop. Density
8/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.8%
Graduate Degree 3.2%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.4%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 16.8%
Asian 0.1%
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Rowan Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50470, Rowan?

Zip code 50470 in Rowan, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 148, which is 48% above the national average. Zip code 50470 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Rowan.

Is Zip code 50470 a safe neighborhood in Rowan?

Zip code 50470 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Rowan, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 171), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 32). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Rowan.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50470?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50470 is Burglary, with a crime index of 171 (71% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 50470?

Zip code 50470 has a population of approximately 174. The median household income is $66,264. The median home value is $86,412. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50470 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50470's overall crime rate is 48% above the national average (index 148 vs 100). Within Rowan, 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.