Question 1

Is 52544 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 52544 in Centerville has a crime score of 45/100, which is above city averages — meaning reported incidents per 1,000 residents are elevated relative to most Centerville neighborhoods. This score is calculated from FBI Crime Data Explorer incident reports, normalized by population and weighted by crime severity. Prospective residents should review the Full Crime Report for 52544, check street-level crime mapping tools, and weigh this data alongside commute priorities, school needs, and affordability when making decisions. Crime scores are one input, not a complete picture of neighborhood livability.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 52544?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 52544 has a school score of 84/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 52544. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 52544 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Centerville. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 52544?

Accepted Answer

The typical home value in 52544 is approximately $104K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. ZHVI reflects the 35th–65th percentile price range, not a simple median. This places 52544 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 52544 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 52544 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 52544 has an overall NeighborScore of 67/100, placing it in the moderate range for Centerville. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 67/100, 52544 scores similarly to the middle tier of Centerville neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Centerville High School	09–12	368	82%	77%
Lakeview Elementary	KG–05	498	75%	77%
Howar Middle School	06–08	298	69%	67%
Centerville Community Preschool	PK–PK	60	—	—

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