50473 Zip Code, Scarville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Scarville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 80 / 300 High
Violent Crime 75
25% below national avg
Property Crime 56
44% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 50473 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 50473 in Scarville, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 80, which is 20% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Scarville.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 151, 51% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 8).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 151 (51% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 8 (92% below avg)

50473 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
55 -45% Low
Assault
70 -30% Low
Robbery
85 -15% Average
Rape
91 -9% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
151 +51% High
Larceny / Theft
10 -90% Low
Vehicle Theft
8 -92% Low

50473 Crime Map

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50473 Demographics & Context

Population
255
Median Income
$82,058
Home Value
$150,962
Median Age
49
Pop. Density
7/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.3%
Graduate Degree 2.8%

Housing

85%
15%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.2%
Black 1%
Hispanic 4%
Asian 0.8%
50473 Crime Map
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Scarville Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50473, Scarville?

Zip code 50473 in Scarville, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 80, which is 20% below the national average. Zip code 50473 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Scarville.

Is Zip code 50473 a safe neighborhood in Scarville?

Zip code 50473 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Scarville, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 151), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 8). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Scarville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50473?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50473 is Burglary, with a crime index of 151 (51% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 50473?

Zip code 50473 has a population of approximately 255. The median household income is $82,058. The median home value is $150,962. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50473 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50473's overall crime rate is 20% below the national average (index 80 vs 100). Within Scarville, 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.