56201 Zip Code, Willmar

Last updated: May 20, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Willmar

Summary: 56201 (Willmar, MN) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 56201 in Willmar, MN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 113, which is 13% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Willmar.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 20, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 113 / 300 High
Violent Crime 122
22% above national avg
Property Crime 134
34% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 56201 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 56201 in Willmar, MN has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 113, which is 13% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Willmar.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 146, 46% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 114).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 146 (46% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 114 (14% above avg)

56201 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
127 +27% Moderate
Assault
115 +15% Moderate
Robbery
116 +16% Moderate
Rape
131 +31% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
114 +14% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
146 +46% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
141 +41% Moderate

56201 Crime Map

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56201 Demographics & Context

Population
23,044
Median Income
$60,827
Home Value
$235,100
Median Age
37
Pop. Density
179/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.6%
Graduate Degree 8.1%

Housing

61%
39%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 81.3%
Black 6.9%
Hispanic 20.5%
Asian 0.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 56201, Willmar?

Zip code 56201 in Willmar, MN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 113, which is 13% above the national average. Zip code 56201 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Willmar.

Is Zip code 56201 a safe neighborhood in Willmar?

Zip code 56201 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Willmar, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 146), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 114). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Willmar.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 56201?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 56201 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 146 (46% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 56201?

Zip code 56201 has a population of approximately 23,044. The median household income is $60,827. The median home value is $235,100. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 56201 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 56201's overall crime rate is 13% above the national average (index 113 vs 100). Within Willmar, 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 May 2026.