The Safest and Most Dangerous Places in 49074, MI: Crime Maps and Statistics

Crime per Capita in 49074

The map below displays the crime rate per 1,000 residents in 49074.

 

49074, MI Map of Crime Rates
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C

Overall Crime Grade™

B-
C
Other Crime Grade
C-

$36,353

Cost of Crime™ for 49074, MI

In 2025, crime will cost $1,250 per household.

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Crime Grade's crime map highlights the safest areas in 49074 in green, the most dangerous in red, and moderately safe areas in yellow. Crime rates on the map are weighted based on both the type and severity of the crime. For more information on how to interpret our crime maps, see the Interpreting the Crime Maps section below.

Is 49074, MI Safe?

The C grade indicates that the rate of crime is slightly higher than that of the average US zip. 49074 ranks in the 44th percentile for safety, meaning it is safer than 44% of zip codes but less safe than 56%. This analysis applies only to 49074's official city boundaries. See the table below for nearby zip codes.

The crime rate in 49074 is 27.61 per 1,000 residents in the typical year.

The Cost of Crime™ in 49074, MI

The total projected cost of crime in 49074 for 2025 is $36,353. This translates to approximately $443 per resident and $1,250 per household. On average, crime-related costs account for 1.9% of the median household income in 49074. These figures reflect only tangible costs, which include the following:
  1. Criminal justice system costs (law enforcement, courts, and imprisonment): 54.7%
  2. Direct costs to victims (damaged property, medical expenses, and lost wages): 33.0%
  3. Lost economic contribution from offenders (time in prison or repeat offenses): 12.3%

How Much Does Crime Cost in 49074 Compared to Other Zip Codes?

49074, MI: $443
48238, MI: $1927
49426, MI: $148
Michigan: $487
USA: $464

The Cost of Crime per resident in 49074 is $443 per year, which is $21 less than the national average and $43 less than Michigan's state average. Below we compare zip codes similar to 49074:
  • In 48238, MI, crime costs $1,927 per person, which is $1,484 more than in 49074.
  • In 49426, MI, crime costs $148 per person, which is $296 less than in 49074

2025 Projected Cost by Type of Crime

The table below shows the total cost of crime to the residents of 49074 for the year 2025 along with the projected cost per resident.
Crime
Cost to 49074
Cost per 49074 Resident
Murder
$11,771
$144
Rape/Sexual Assault
$4,818
$59
Robbery
$779
$10
Assault
$3,089
$38
Kidnapping
$567
$7
Vehicle Theft
$3,126
$38
Burglary
$2,084
$25
Theft
$4,140
$50
Arson
$226
$3
Vandalism
$4,275
$52
Animal Cruelty
$66
$1
Drug Crimes
$1,126
$14
Identity Theft
$285
$3
Total Cost of Crime
$36,353
$443

The Intangible Cost of Crime in 49074, MI

CrimeGrade primarily focuses on tangible costs, but the true impact of crime extends beyond economic. Pain and suffering for victims and their families are difficult to quantify, but research-based methodologies help estimate these effects. Using these methodologies, we calculate that the intangible cost of crime in 49074 totals $102,154 ($1,246 per resident). When added to the tangible costs, this brings the total estimated cost of crime to $138,507 ($1,689 per resident). All Cost of Crime facts are based on scholarly research done on the cost of crime. Read more about our methodology here.

Interpreting the Crime Maps

When interpreting the 49074 crime map, keep in mind that crime rates are measured per resident. Areas with high visitor traffic, such as shopping districts, may appear to have higher crime rates simply because more crimes occur where people gather - even if few residents live there. For example, the zip has few retail establishments, which can artificially inflate crime rates in that area. Red areas on the map do not necessarily mean a neighborhood is unsafe for residents.

More issues arise with places like airports, parks, and schools. Major airports always look like high-crime locations due to the large number of people and the low population nearby. Parks and designated recreational areas have the same problem. Of 49074’s 82 residents, few live near recreational areas. Because many people visit, crime rates may appear higher even for safe parks. Crime occurs where people gather, whether they live there or not. Before assuming an area is unsafe, consider both per-capita crime rates and total crime counts, as well as the types of destinations nearby.

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49074 Crime Breakdown

The tables below show which crimes are used to calculate the Crime Grades above. All crime rates are shown as the number of crimes per 1,000 49074 residents in a standard year.

Violent Crime Rates

Crime Type
Crime Rate
Assault
1.312
Robbery
0.3021
Rape
0.9690
Murder
0.0764
Total Violent Crime
2.659 (B-)
 
 

 


Property Crime Rates

Crime Type
Crime Rate
Theft
9.750
Vehicle Theft
2.462
Burglary
2.803
Arson
0.1142
Total Property Crime
15.13 (C)
 
 

 


Other Crime Rates

Crime Type
Crime Rate
Kidnapping
0.1141
Drug Crimes
1.856
Vandalism
7.297
Identity Theft
0.4490
Animal Cruelty
0.1085
Total "Other" Rate
9.825 (C-)

 


Crime Maps and Rates for Nearby Zip Codes

Compared to surrounding zip codes, the rate of crime in 49074 is similar. The table below shows Crime Grades for zip codes close to 49074.

Nearby Zip
Overall Crime Grade
Violent Crime Grade
Property Crime Grade
C
D
C
B-
C
B-
F
F
D-
D+
D-
D+
C+
D+
C+
C+
D+
C+
A-
B-
A-
A
C-
A
A-
B-
A-
B
B
B-

Crime Maps and Rates for Zip with Similar Populations

49074 is higher versus other zip codes of the same size for crime. The table below compares crime in zip codes with comparable overall population in the zip‘s boundaries.

Similar Zip
Overall Crime Grade
Violent Crime Grade
Property Crime Grade
B+
C-
C-
B+
B
B
B+
C
C
B
B-
B-
A+
A
A
A-
B+
B+
A+
C-
C-
A
A
A
D-
F
F
C-
B-
B-

Considering only the crime rate, 49074 is as safe as the Michigan state average and safer than the national average.

Safety and school performance are separate topics, but both shape moving decisions. Using SchoolGrade data, schools in 49074, MI average SchoolGrade of D, with 27% actual proficiency versus 28% projected; overall, schools meet expectations. See 49074 schools on SchoolGrade

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