48721 Zip Code, Black River

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Black River

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 108 / 300 High
Violent Crime 104
4% above national avg
Property Crime 55
45% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 48721 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 48721 in Black River, MI has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 108, which is 8% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Black River.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 111, 11% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 20). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 111 (11% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 20 (80% below avg)

48721 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
108 +8% Moderate
Assault
88 -12% Average
Robbery
107 +7% Moderate
Rape
111 +11% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
107 +7% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
37 -63% Low
Vehicle Theft
20 -80% Low

48721 Crime Map

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48721 Demographics & Context

Population
421
Median Income
$53,884
Home Value
$208,296
Median Age
59
Pop. Density
15/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.4%
Graduate Degree 9.1%

Housing

92%
8%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.5%
Black 0.1%
Hispanic 1.8%
Asian 0.7%
48721 Crime Map
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Black River Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 48721, Black River?

Zip code 48721 in Black River, MI has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 108, which is 8% above the national average. Zip code 48721 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Black River.

Is Zip code 48721 a safe neighborhood in Black River?

Zip code 48721 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Black River, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 111), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 20). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Black River.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 48721?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 48721 is Rape, with a crime index of 111 (11% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 48721?

Zip code 48721 has a population of approximately 421. The median household income is $53,884. The median home value is $208,296. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 48721 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 48721's overall crime rate is 8% above the national average (index 108 vs 100). Within Black River, 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.