Adrian, MI Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 75% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Adrian Safe?
Yes — Adrian is safer than most cities
An above-average city for safety with lower crime than the national average.
Adrian has a crime rate that is 39% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 446.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 446
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
41% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 61
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
11% lower than national average
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Adrian Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
70 | -30% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
56 | -44% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
68 | -32% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
63 | -37% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
66 | -34% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
86 | -14% | Average | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
82 | -18% | Average | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Adrian Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Adrian, MI?
Adrian, MI has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 39% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 446 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 61 chance for property crime. Adrian has lower crime than 75% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Adrian, MI safe to live in?
Adrian is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of B+. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Adrian is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Adrian?
The estimated violent crime rate in Adrian is 224.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 41% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 446 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 3.5 per 100K (30% below average); aggravated assault at 149.3 per 100K (44% below average); robbery at 50.2 per 100K (32% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Adrian?
The estimated property crime rate in Adrian is 1,639.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 11% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 61 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 178.6 per 100K (34% below average); larceny/theft at 1,199.0 per 100K (14% below average); vehicle theft at 261.5 per 100K (18% below average).
How does Adrian crime compare to the national average?
Adrian's overall crime rate is 39% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is larceny/theft (14% below average), while assault is 44% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Adrian has lower crime than 75% of them.
Is Adrian safe to visit?
Adrian is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 11% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Adrian crime compare to the rest of Michigan?
Michigan as a whole has crime that is 7% above the national average. Adrian's crime rate is 39% below the national average, making it safer the typical Michigan city.
What type of crime is most common in Adrian?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Adrian, with an estimated rate of 1,199.0 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 14% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,639 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (224 per 100K) in Adrian, which is consistent with national trends.