50478 Zip Code, Thompson

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Thompson

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 152 / 300 High
Violent Crime 138
38% above national avg
Property Crime 93
7% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 50478 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 50478 in Thompson, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 152, which is 52% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Thompson.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 158, 58% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 41). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 158 (58% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 41 (59% below avg)

50478 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
146 +46% Moderate
Assault
123 +23% Moderate
Robbery
141 +41% Moderate
Rape
142 +42% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
158 +58% High
Larceny / Theft
41 -59% Low
Vehicle Theft
80 -20% Low

50478 Crime Map

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50478 Demographics & Context

Population
929
Median Income
$62,993
Home Value
$219,371
Median Age
47
Pop. Density
12/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.3%
Graduate Degree 2.3%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.5%
Black 0.1%
Hispanic 4.7%
Asian 1.3%
50478 Crime Map
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Thompson Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50478, Thompson?

Zip code 50478 in Thompson, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 152, which is 52% above the national average. Zip code 50478 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Thompson.

Is Zip code 50478 a safe neighborhood in Thompson?

Zip code 50478 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Thompson, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 158), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 41). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Thompson.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50478?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50478 is Burglary, with a crime index of 158 (58% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 50478?

Zip code 50478 has a population of approximately 929. The median household income is $62,993. The median home value is $219,371. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50478 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50478's overall crime rate is 52% above the national average (index 152 vs 100). Within Thompson, 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.