55072 Zip Code, Sandstone

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sandstone

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 118 / 300 High

Violent Crime 132

32% above national avg

Property Crime 108

8% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 55072 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 55072 in Sandstone, MN has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 118, which is 18% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sandstone.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 153, 53% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 86). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 153 (53% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 86 (14% below avg)

55072 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Sandstone	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	133	+33%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	132	+32%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	111	+11%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	153	+53%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	118	+18%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	86	-14%	N/A	Average
Vehicle Theft	119	+19%	N/A	Moderate

55072 Crime Map

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55072 Demographics & Context

Population

4,915

Median Income

$57,978

Home Value

$211,531

Median Age

Pop. Density

16/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.4%

Graduate Degree 4.8%

Housing

75%

25%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 77.7%

Black 8.8%

Hispanic 7%

Asian 0.7%

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Sandstone Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 55072, Sandstone?

Zip code 55072 in Sandstone, MN has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 118, which is 18% above the national average. Zip code 55072 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sandstone.

Is Zip code 55072 a safe neighborhood in Sandstone?

Zip code 55072 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sandstone, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Rape (index: 153), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 86). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sandstone.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 55072?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 55072 is Rape, 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 55072?

Zip code 55072 has a population of approximately 4,915. The median household income is $57,978. The median home value is $211,531. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 55072 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 55072's overall crime rate is 18% above the national average (index 118 vs 100). Within Sandstone, 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.