48617 Zip Code, Clare

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Clare

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 112 / 300 High

Violent Crime 121

21% above national avg

Property Crime 99

1% below national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

Clare zip codes

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Is 48617 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 48617 in Clare, MI has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 112, which is 12% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Clare.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 129, 29% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 92). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 129 (29% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Vehicle Theft · Index 92 (8% below avg)

48617 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Clare	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	121	+21%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	114	+14%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	119	+19%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	129	+29%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	108	+8%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	97	-3%	N/A	Average
Vehicle Theft	92	-8%	N/A	Average

48617 Crime Map

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48617 Demographics & Context

Population

8,929

Median Income

$54,551

Home Value

$171,141

Median Age

Pop. Density

64/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.2%

Graduate Degree 7.1%

Housing

74%

26%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.8%

Black 0.9%

Hispanic 1.9%

Asian 0.7%

48617 Crime Map

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Clare Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 48617, Clare?

Zip code 48617 in Clare, MI has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 112, which is 12% above the national average. Zip code 48617 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Clare.

Is Zip code 48617 a safe neighborhood in Clare?

Zip code 48617 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Clare, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 129), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 92). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Clare.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 48617?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 48617 is Rape, with a crime index of 129 (29% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 48617?

Zip code 48617 has a population of approximately 8,929. The median household income is $54,551. The median home value is $171,141. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 48617 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 48617's overall crime rate is 12% above the national average (index 112 vs 100). Within Clare, 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.