50248 Zip Code, Story City

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Story City

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 146 / 300 High

Violent Crime 130

30% above national avg

Property Crime 120

20% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 50248 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 50248 in Story City, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 146, which is 46% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Story City.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 150, 50% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 108).

Highest Risk

Assault · Index 150 (50% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Robbery · Index 108 (8% above avg)

50248 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Story City	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	139	+39%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	150	+50%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	108	+8%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	123	+23%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	122	+22%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	126	+26%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	111	+11%	N/A	Moderate

50248 Crime Map

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50248 Demographics & Context

Population

5,215

Median Income

$73,720

Home Value

$252,043

Median Age

Pop. Density

63/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 28%

Graduate Degree 7.3%

Housing

71%

29%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.2%

Black 0.5%

Hispanic 3%

Asian 0.8%

50248 Crime Map

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Story City Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50248, Story City?

Zip code 50248 in Story City, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 146, which is 46% above the national average. Zip code 50248 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Story City.

Is Zip code 50248 a safe neighborhood in Story City?

Zip code 50248 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Story City, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 150), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 108). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Story City.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50248?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50248 is Assault, with a crime index of 150 (50% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 50248?

Zip code 50248 has a population of approximately 5,215. The median household income is $73,720. The median home value is $252,043. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50248 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50248's overall crime rate is 46% above the national average (index 146 vs 100). Within Story City, 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.