50247 Zip Code, State Center

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in State Center

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 134 / 300 High
Violent Crime 146
46% above national avg
Property Crime 97
3% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
State Center zip codes

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Is 50247 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 50247 in State Center, IA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 134, which is 34% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in State Center.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 157, 57% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 60). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 157 (57% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 60 (40% below avg)

50247 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
132 +32% Moderate
Assault
139 +39% Moderate
Robbery
157 +57% High
Rape
157 +57% High
Property Crime
Burglary
131 +31% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
60 -40% Low
Vehicle Theft
100 0% Average

50247 Crime Map

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50247 Demographics & Context

Population
2,477
Median Income
$75,008
Home Value
$167,853
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
29/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.5%
Graduate Degree 3.7%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.1%
Black 0.6%
Hispanic 4.1%
Asian 0.8%
50247 Crime Map
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State Center Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50247, State Center?

Zip code 50247 in State Center, IA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 134, which is 34% above the national average. Zip code 50247 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in State Center.

Is Zip code 50247 a safe neighborhood in State Center?

Zip code 50247 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in State Center, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 157), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 60). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in State Center.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50247?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50247 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 50247?

Zip code 50247 has a population of approximately 2,477. The median household income is $75,008. The median home value is $167,853. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50247 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50247's overall crime rate is 34% above the national average (index 134 vs 100). Within State Center, 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.