49401 Zip Code, Allendale

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Allendale

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 117 / 300 High
Violent Crime 153
53% above national avg
Property Crime 142
42% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 49401 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 49401 in Allendale, MI has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Allendale.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 179, 79% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 113).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 179 (79% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 113 (13% above avg)

49401 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Allendale city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
152 +52% High
Assault
113 +13% Moderate
Robbery
179 +79% High
Rape
169 +69% High
Property Crime
Burglary
120 +20% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
154 +54% High
Vehicle Theft
151 +51% High

49401 Crime Map

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49401 Demographics & Context

Population
24,392
Median Income
$64,513
Home Value
$345,884
Median Age
26
Pop. Density
744/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 22.2%
Graduate Degree 9.1%

Housing

52%
48%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 88.5%
Black 4.7%
Hispanic 5.2%
Asian 1.7%
49401 Crime Map
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Allendale Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 49401, Allendale?

Zip code 49401 in Allendale, MI has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average. Zip code 49401 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Allendale.

Is Zip code 49401 a safe neighborhood in Allendale?

Zip code 49401 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Allendale, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 179), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 113). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Allendale.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 49401?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 49401 is Robbery, with a crime index of 179 (79% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 49401?

Zip code 49401 has a population of approximately 24,392. The median household income is $64,513. The median home value is $345,884. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 49401 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 49401's overall crime rate is 17% above the national average (index 117 vs 100). Within Allendale, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.