Question 1

Is 51106 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 51106 in Sioux City has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Sioux City city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 51106 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 51106?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 51106 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 51106. 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, 51106 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Sioux City. 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 51106?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 51106 is approximately $221K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 51106 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 51106 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 51106 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 51106 has an overall NeighborScore of 67/100, placing it in the moderate range for Sioux City. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 67/100, 51106 scores similarly to the middle tier of Sioux City 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.

Sioux City — ZIP 51106

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
East High School	09–12	—	—	—
East Middle School	06–08	—	—	—
Nodland Elementary School	KG–02	—	—	—
Sunnyside Elementary School	03–05	—	—	—
Spalding Park Elementary	PK–05	—	—	—
Morningside Elementary	PK–05	—	—	—