56291 Zip Code, Taunton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Taunton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 100 / 300 High
Violent Crime 117
17% above national avg
Property Crime 90
10% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 56291 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 56291 in Taunton, MN has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 100, which is 0% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Taunton.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 144, 44% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 52). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 144 (44% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 52 (48% below avg)

56291 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
89 -11% Average
Assault
144 +44% Moderate
Robbery
109 +9% Moderate
Rape
127 +27% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
141 +41% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
52 -48% Low
Vehicle Theft
78 -22% Low

56291 Crime Map

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56291 Demographics & Context

Population
796
Median Income
$65,331
Home Value
$165,011
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
12/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.9%
Graduate Degree 4.7%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.6%
Black 0%
Hispanic 2.9%
Asian 0.5%
56291 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 56291, Taunton?

Zip code 56291 in Taunton, MN has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 100, which is 0% below the national average. Zip code 56291 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Taunton.

Is Zip code 56291 a safe neighborhood in Taunton?

Zip code 56291 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Taunton, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 144), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 52). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Taunton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 56291?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 56291 is Assault, with a crime index of 144 (44% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 56291?

Zip code 56291 has a population of approximately 796. The median household income is $65,331. The median home value is $165,011. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 56291 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 56291's overall crime rate is 0% below the national average (index 100 vs 100). Within Taunton, 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.