Byron Center, MI Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 95% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Byron Center Safe?
Yes — Byron Center is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Byron Center has a crime rate that is 50% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 343.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 343
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
23% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 106
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
48% lower than national average
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Byron Center 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
|
53 | -47% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
71 | -29% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
86 | -14% | Average | |
|
Rape
|
101 | +1% | Average | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
47 | -53% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
43 | -57% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
70 | -30% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Byron Center Crime Map
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Byron Center Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Byron Center, MI?
Byron Center, MI has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 50% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 343 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 106 chance for property crime. Byron Center has lower crime than 95% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Byron Center, MI safe to live in?
Byron Center is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Byron Center is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Byron Center?
The estimated violent crime rate in Byron Center is 291.4 per 100,000 residents, which is 23% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 343 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.6 per 100K (47% below average); aggravated assault at 191.2 per 100K (29% below average); robbery at 63.8 per 100K (14% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Byron Center?
The estimated property crime rate in Byron Center is 947.4 per 100,000 residents, which is 48% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 106 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 125.5 per 100K (53% below average); larceny/theft at 599.5 per 100K (57% below average); vehicle theft at 222.4 per 100K (30% below average).
How does Byron Center crime compare to the national average?
Byron Center's overall crime rate is 50% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is rape (1% above average), while larceny/theft is 57% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Byron Center has lower crime than 95% of them.
Is Byron Center safe to visit?
Byron Center is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 48% 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 Byron Center crime compare to the rest of Michigan?
Michigan as a whole has crime that is 7% above the national average. Byron Center's crime rate is 50% below the national average, making it safer the typical Michigan city.
What type of crime is most common in Byron Center?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Byron Center, with an estimated rate of 599.5 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 57% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (947 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (291 per 100K) in Byron Center, which is consistent with national trends.