49902 Zip Code, Alpha

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Alpha

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 89 / 300 High
Violent Crime 102
2% above national avg
Property Crime 65
35% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 49902 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 49902 in Alpha, MI has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 89, which is 11% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Alpha.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 157, 57% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 18). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 157 (57% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 18 (82% below avg)

49902 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
54 -46% Low
Assault
157 +57% High
Robbery
84 -16% Average
Rape
114 +14% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
143 +43% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
34 -66% Low
Vehicle Theft
18 -82% Low

49902 Crime Map

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49902 Demographics & Context

Population
1
Median Income
$46,849
Home Value
$49,702
Median Age
62
Pop. Density
9/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.9%
Graduate Degree 7.3%

Housing

84%
16%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.5%
Black 0.1%
Hispanic 1.5%
Asian 0.2%
49902 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 49902, Alpha?

Zip code 49902 in Alpha, MI has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 89, which is 11% below the national average. Zip code 49902 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Alpha.

Is Zip code 49902 a safe neighborhood in Alpha?

Zip code 49902 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Alpha, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 157), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 18). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Alpha.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 49902?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 49902 is Assault, with a crime index of 157 (57% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 49902?

Zip code 49902 has a population of approximately 1. The median household income is $46,849. The median home value is $49,702. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 49902 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 49902's overall crime rate is 11% below the national average (index 89 vs 100). Within Alpha, 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.