Question 1

Is 50597 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 50597 in West Bend has a crime score of 65/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the West Bend city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 50597 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 50597?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 50597 has a school score of 89/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 50597. 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, 50597 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in West Bend. 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 50597?

Accepted Answer

The typical home value in 50597 is approximately $205K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. ZHVI reflects the 35th–65th percentile price range, not a simple median. This places 50597 at a premium relative to the metro median, reflecting the neighborhood's above-average crime and school scores. Median rent in 50597 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 50597 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 50597 has an overall NeighborScore of 70/100, placing it in the moderate range for West Bend. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 70/100, 50597 scores similarly to the middle tier of West Bend 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
West Bend-Mallard High School	09–12	117	90%	90%
West Bend-Mallard Elementary School	PK–04	173	85%	85%
West Bend-Mallard Middle School	05–08	132	77%	72%

— ZIP 50597

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