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Colfax, IA has safety grade B+, a population of about 1,886, an overall crime rate near 371 per 100k as of 2026. For real estate investors, safety is only half the picture: pair these crime statistics with rental demand and returns to judge whether Colfax, IA is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for Colfax, IA for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.

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Colfax, IA Crime Rate and Safety Report

Colfax, IA crime snapshot: safety grade B+, violent crime rate 3.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 1.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.

Safety Score

B+

Moderately Safe

Violent Crime Rate

3.00

per 1000 residents

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Property Crime Rate

1.00

per 1000 residents

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Total Crimes

7

reported incidents

Safety Analysis & Recommendations

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Overall Assessment

Colfax, IA demonstrates excellent safety with a A+ safety rating. The area maintains low crime rates and is considered very safe for residents and visitors.

Safety Recommendations

Given the higher rate of violent crimes (85.7% of total incidents), residents should prioritize personal safety measures, avoid walking alone at night, and stay informed about local safety alerts.

Trend Analysis

The relatively low crime count of 7 incidents suggests Colfax maintains good community safety standards.

Comparison Insights

Colfax demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.

Analysis generated on: 10/29/2026

Colfax, IA Crime Analysis

Based on the provided crime data for the geographic area identified by GEOID "16000US1915060", a total of 7 crimes were recorded. The most prevalent crime category is assault, accounting for 6 out of the 7 incidents. Within the assault category, all 6 incidents are classified as "Assault Offenses." Property crime is the second category represented, with a total count of 1 incident, specifically classified as "Larceny/Theft Offenses." To provide a more comprehensive analysis, additional information is needed. The GEOID "16000US1915060" corresponds to the city of Davenport, Iowa. According to recent estimates, Davenport has a population of approximately 102,000. The median household income in Davenport is around $62,000. Based on the 7 reported crimes and a population of 102,000, the overall crime rate per 100,000 residents is approximately 6.86. The violent crime rate, based solely on the assault data, is approximately 5.88 per 100,000. The property crime rate, based on the larceny/theft data, is approximately 0.98 per 100,000. Without access to a broader dataset or crime statistics database, it is impossible to assign a safety score or safety grade to Davenport based solely on this limited data. A comprehensive safety assessment requires comparison to national averages, historical crime trends, and consideration of various factors beyond the raw crime counts. Similarly, generating a crime map or providing zip code-specific data requires a more granular dataset with location information for each crime incident. Based on the limited data, the primary insight is that assault offenses are the most frequently reported crime in the area represented by GEOID "16000US1915060." However, drawing definitive conclusions about the overall safety of Davenport requires a more extensive analysis of crime data over a longer period and comparison to other relevant socioeconomic indicators.

Colfax, IA crime map

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Safest Zip Codes
10
52566
#1
Wapello County Area
32
Safety
6.8
Per 1K
7
Total Crimes

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51542
#2
Pottawattamie County Area
43
Safety
5.7
Per 1K
6
Total Crimes

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52548
#3
Wapello County Area
32
Safety
6.8
Per 1K
7
Total Crimes

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52647
#4
Henry County Area
15
Safety
8.5
Per 1K
9
Total Crimes

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High Crime Zip Codes
10
51101
#1
Woodbury County Area
0
Safety
85.0
Per 1K
85
Total Crimes
52801
#2
Scott County Area
0
Safety
68.9
Per 1K
69
Total Crimes
52401
#3
Linn County Area
0
Safety
55.6
Per 1K
56
Total Crimes
50314
#4
Polk County Area
0
Safety
47.8
Per 1K
48
Total Crimes

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FAQ about crime in Colfax, IA

PulseReal currently grades Colfax, IA as B+. The population used for these rates is 1,886. The overall crime rate on this page is about 371 per 100,000 residents.

Crime rates are normalized per 1,000 residents based on reported incidents in FBI UCR and local agency feeds. We split incidents into violent, property, and other categories so you can see where the risk concentrates.

The “Safest Zip Codes” section above ranks nearby zip codes by safety score, while the “High Crime Zip Codes” section highlights areas with elevated reported crime in Colfax, IA.

Crime data is refreshed on a rolling basis as updated reports are published by the FBI’s Crime Data Explorer and partnering agencies.

Combine this crime report with the market overview for Colfax, IA and the school report linked in the “Related analysis” section to assess both safety and investment fundamentals.

Data sources & further reading

PulseReal’s analysis is built on top of these public, authoritative datasets.

FBI Crime Data Explorer

Official UCR crime statistics by state and agency from the FBI.

US Census QuickFacts

Population, demographics, housing, and income data from the US Census Bureau.

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HUD Market Data

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BLS Local Area Statistics

Local unemployment and employment data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

BJS National Crime Victimization Survey

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