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

Overall Crime Grade™

Violent Crime Grade	D
Property Crime Grade	C
Other Crime Grade	B-

Which crimes are included?

$3.05 million

Cost of Crime™ for Bad Axe, MI

In 2025, crime will cost $1,222 per household.

More cost data

Crime Grade's crime map highlights the safest areas in Bad Axe 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 Bad Axe, MI Safe?

The C grade indicates that the rate of crime is slightly higher than that of the average US city. Bad Axe ranks in the 43rd percentile for safety, meaning it is safer than 43% of cities but less safe than 57%. This analysis applies only to Bad Axe's official city boundaries. See the table below for nearby cities.

The crime rate in Bad Axe is 26.31 per 1,000 residents in the typical year. Bad Axe Residents generally consider the southwest part of the city to be the safest. Your chance of being a victim of crime in Bad Axe varies by neighborhood - ranging from 1 in 30 in the east neighborhoods to 1 in 69 in the southwest.

When looking at total crime counts (rather than per capita rates), the central parts of Bad Axe, MI see the most incidents - about 51 per year. In contrast, the south part of the city has the fewest, with approximately 4 crimes annually.

The Cost of Crime™ in Bad Axe, MI

The total projected cost of crime in Bad Axe for 2025 is $3,053,986. This translates to approximately $552 per resident and $1,222 per household. On average, crime-related costs account for 1.7% of the median household income in Bad Axe. These figures reflect only tangible costs, which include the following:

Criminal justice system costs (law enforcement, courts, and imprisonment): 50.0%
Direct costs to victims (damaged property, medical expenses, and lost wages): 37.7%
Lost economic contribution from offenders (time in prison or repeat offenses): 12.3%

How Much Does Crime Cost in Bad Axe Compared to Other Cities?

Bad Axe, MI:	$552
Highland Park, MI:	$1848
Hudsonville, MI:	$149
Michigan:	$487
USA:	$464

The Cost of Crime per resident in Bad Axe is $552 per year, which is $87 more than the national average and $65 more than Michigan's state average. Below we compare cities similar to Bad Axe:

In Highland Park, MI, crime costs $1,848 per person, which is $1,297 more than in Bad Axe.
In Hudsonville, MI, crime costs $149 per person, which is $403 less than in Bad Axe

2025 Projected Cost by Type of Crime

The table below shows the total cost of crime to the residents of Bad Axe for the year 2025 along with the projected cost per resident.

Crime	Cost to Bad Axe	Cost per Bad Axe Resident
Murder	$1.32 million	$239
Rape/Sexual Assault	$370,593	$67
Robbery	$67,672	$12
Assault	$477,604	$86
Kidnapping	$15,981	$3
Vehicle Theft	$47,455	$9
Burglary	$131,164	$24
Theft	$332,423	$60
Arson	$12,537	$2
Vandalism	$154,274	$28
Animal Cruelty	$3,844	$1
Drug Crimes	$92,267	$17
Identity Theft	$23,282	$4
Total Cost of Crime	$3,053,986	$552

The Intangible Cost of Crime in Bad Axe, 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 Bad Axe totals $10,693,858 ($1,931 per resident). When added to the tangible costs, this brings the total estimated cost of crime to $13,747,844 ($2,483 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 Bad Axe 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 north part of the city has more 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, of which Bad Axe has 1, have the same problem. Of Bad Axe’s 5,537 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.

To better understand and navigate these intricate crime maps, a high-speed internet connection can be crucial. Fast and seamless online connectivity ensures that map details load efficiently, providing users with clearer, uninterrupted insights. If you're considering enhancing your online experience, check out high speed internet in Bad Axe, MI at ISP Reports.

Bad Axe 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 Bad Axe residents in a standard year.

Violent Crime Rates

Crime Type	Crime Rate
Assault	3.003
Robbery	0.3885
Rape	1.104
Murder	0.1273
Total Violent Crime	4.623 (D)

Property Crime Rates

Crime Type	Crime Rate
Theft	11.59
Vehicle Theft	0.5535
Burglary	2.612
Arson	0.0938
Total Property Crime	14.85 (C)

Other Crime Rates

Crime Type	Crime Rate
Kidnapping	0.0476
Drug Crimes	2.253
Vandalism	3.900
Identity Theft	0.5433
Animal Cruelty	0.0938
Total "Other" Rate	6.838 (B-)

Individual Bad Axe Crime Maps & Stats

Crime Maps and Rates for Nearby Cities

Compared to surrounding cities, the rate of crime in Bad Axe is higher. The table below shows Crime Grades for cities close to Bad Axe.

Nearby City	Overall Crime Grade	Violent Crime Grade	Property Crime Grade
Filion, MI	B	D	A-
Verona, MI	A-	B-	B+
Rapson, MI	B-	D	B
Elkton, MI	B+	D+	A-
Ubly, MI	B+	C+	B+
New Greenleaf, MI	A	C+	A-
Tyre, MI	A	C	A
Kinde, MI	C	D-	B-
Pinnebog, MI	B+	D+	A
Linkville, MI	B	B	B-

Crime Maps and Rates for City with Similar Populations

Bad Axe is similar versus other cities of the same size for crime. The table below compares crime in cities with comparable overall population in the city‘s boundaries.

Similar City	Overall Crime Grade	Violent Crime Grade	Property Crime Grade
Marlboro, NY	A	B-	B-
Dellwood, MO	F	D	D
Delmont, PA	A-	A-	A-
Martinsburg, PA	A+	C+	C+
Delta, PA	A	A-	A-
Marshall, WI	B-	B-	B-
Sunman, IN	A	A	A
Marlin, TX	D-	D-	D-
Denton, NC	D	D+	D+
Marlborough, CT	A	A+	A+

Considering only the crime rate, Bad Axe 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 Bad Axe, MI average SchoolGrade of C, with 35% actual proficiency versus 36% projected; overall, schools meet expectations. See Bad Axe schools on SchoolGrade

About the Data

CrimeGrade.org provides highly detailed and accurate crime data, used by insurance companies, home security firms, and other industries. Our data is available for licensing—learn more about our USA crime data and licensing.

Crime By Zip Code Download

Our proprietary data is available for download by zip code or by state in a CSV Flat File. Please visit our download page for pricing and terms.

Download CSV

Home Security

A crime occurs on average every 2 days 12 hours in Bad Axe. Want to protect your home?

Home Security Companies in Bad Axe, MI

All maps and statistics above are projections, not certainties, and provided without guarantee free of charge. Verify all info before making any decisions based on the data.