56479 Zip Code, Staples

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Staples

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 131 / 300 High
Violent Crime 145
45% above national avg
Property Crime 132
32% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 56479 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 56479 in Staples, MN has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 131, which is 31% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Staples.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 157, 57% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 131).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 157 (57% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 131 (31% above avg)

56479 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
142 +42% Moderate
Assault
135 +35% Moderate
Robbery
157 +57% High
Rape
147 +47% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
131 +31% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
134 +34% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
131 +31% Moderate

56479 Crime Map

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56479 Demographics & Context

Population
5,669
Median Income
$49,867
Home Value
$181,509
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
27/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.2%
Graduate Degree 4.3%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.4%
Black 0.5%
Hispanic 1.6%
Asian 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 56479, Staples?

Zip code 56479 in Staples, MN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 131, which is 31% above the national average. Zip code 56479 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Staples.

Is Zip code 56479 a safe neighborhood in Staples?

Zip code 56479 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Staples, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 157), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 131). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Staples.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 56479?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 56479 is Robbery, with a crime index of 157 (57% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 56479?

Zip code 56479 has a population of approximately 5,669. The median household income is $49,867. The median home value is $181,509. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 56479 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 56479's overall crime rate is 31% above the national average (index 131 vs 100). Within Staples, 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.