Cheboygan, MI Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 76% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Cheboygan Safe?
Yes — Cheboygan is safer than most cities
An above-average city for safety with lower crime than the national average.
Cheboygan has a crime rate that is 40% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 441.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 441
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
40% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 65
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
16% lower than national average
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Cheboygan 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
|
65 | -35% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
59 | -41% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
60 | -40% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
59 | -41% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
58 | -42% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
81 | -19% | Average | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
77 | -23% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Cheboygan Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Cheboygan, MI?
Cheboygan, MI has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 40% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 441 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 65 chance for property crime. Cheboygan has lower crime than 76% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Cheboygan, MI safe to live in?
Cheboygan 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 Cheboygan is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Cheboygan?
The estimated violent crime rate in Cheboygan is 226.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 40% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 441 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 3.3 per 100K (35% below average); aggravated assault at 159.1 per 100K (41% below average); robbery at 44.5 per 100K (40% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Cheboygan?
The estimated property crime rate in Cheboygan is 1,532.9 per 100,000 residents, which is 16% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 65 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 156.6 per 100K (42% below average); larceny/theft at 1,132.2 per 100K (19% below average); vehicle theft at 244.1 per 100K (23% below average).
How does Cheboygan crime compare to the national average?
Cheboygan's overall crime rate is 40% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is larceny/theft (19% below average), while burglary is 42% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Cheboygan has lower crime than 76% of them.
Is Cheboygan safe to visit?
Cheboygan is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 16% 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 Cheboygan crime compare to the rest of Michigan?
Michigan as a whole has crime that is 7% above the national average. Cheboygan's crime rate is 40% below the national average, making it safer the typical Michigan city.
What type of crime is most common in Cheboygan?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Cheboygan, with an estimated rate of 1,132.2 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 19% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,533 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (227 per 100K) in Cheboygan, which is consistent with national trends.