52653 Zip Code, Wapello

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Wapello

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 105 / 300 High
Violent Crime 125
25% above national avg
Property Crime 98
2% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 52653 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 52653 in Wapello, IA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 105, which is 5% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Wapello.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 139, 39% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 82). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 139 (39% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 82 (18% below avg)

52653 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
119 +19% Moderate
Assault
118 +18% Moderate
Robbery
139 +39% Moderate
Rape
124 +24% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
119 +19% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
94 -6% Average
Vehicle Theft
82 -18% Average

52653 Crime Map

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52653 Demographics & Context

Population
3,782
Median Income
$66,438
Home Value
$137,161
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
33/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.1%
Graduate Degree 5.2%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.5%
Black 0.7%
Hispanic 6.7%
Asian 0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 52653, Wapello?

Zip code 52653 in Wapello, IA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 105, which is 5% above the national average. Zip code 52653 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Wapello.

Is Zip code 52653 a safe neighborhood in Wapello?

Zip code 52653 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Wapello, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 139), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 82). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Wapello.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 52653?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 52653 is Robbery, with a crime index of 139 (39% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 52653?

Zip code 52653 has a population of approximately 3,782. The median household income is $66,438. The median home value is $137,161. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 52653 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 52653's overall crime rate is 5% above the national average (index 105 vs 100). Within Wapello, 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.