50597 Zip Code, West Bend

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in West Bend

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 115 / 300 High

Violent Crime 133

33% above national avg

Property Crime 70

30% below national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 50597 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 50597 in West Bend, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 115, which is 15% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in West Bend.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 163, 63% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 20). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 163 (63% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 20 (80% below avg)

50597 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs West Bend	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	113	+13%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	136	+36%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	118	+18%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	163	+63%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	94	-6%	N/A	Average
Larceny / Theft	20	-80%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	95	-5%	N/A	Average

50597 Crime Map

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50597 Demographics & Context

Population

1,285

Median Income

$69,079

Home Value

$177,406

Median Age

Pop. Density

14/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14%

Graduate Degree 1.3%

Housing

79%

21%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 98.9%

Black 0%

Hispanic 1.6%

Asian 0%

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West Bend Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50597, West Bend?

Zip code 50597 in West Bend, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 115, which is 15% above the national average. Zip code 50597 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in West Bend.

Is Zip code 50597 a safe neighborhood in West Bend?

Zip code 50597 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in West Bend, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 163), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 20). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in West Bend.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50597?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50597 is Rape, with a crime index of 163 (63% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 50597?

Zip code 50597 has a population of approximately 1,285. The median household income is $69,079. The median home value is $177,406. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50597 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50597's overall crime rate is 15% above the national average (index 115 vs 100). Within West Bend, 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.