Covert, MI Crime Rate & Safety

Grade: D+

Higher crime than 95% of major U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026

99%
Above Avg Crime
1 in 138
Violent Crime Risk
1 in 37
Property Crime Risk

Is Covert Safe?

No — crime is noticeably above average

Choosing the right neighborhood is critical for personal safety.

Covert has a crime rate that is 99% above the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 138.

Crime Index Comparison

Covert
199
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.

Your Chance of Being a Victim

Elevated

Violent Crime

1 in 138

chance per year

National average: 1 in 263

91% higher than national average

Property Crime

1 in 37

chance per year

National average: 1 in 55

49% higher than national average

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Covert Crime Breakdown

Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.

Highest Risk
Burglary · 112% above avg
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · 15% above avg
Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
168 +68% Moderate
Assault
196 +96% Moderate
Robbery
173 +73% Moderate
Rape
187 +87% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
212 +112% High
Larceny / Theft
128 +28% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
115 +15% Average

Violent vs Property Crime

Crime Index by Category

Covert Crime Map

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Covert Crime by Zip Code

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Covert Demographics & Context

Population
0

Racial Demographics

Hispanic / Latino 32.9%
White 49.1%
Black 20.3%
Asian 0.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Covert, MI?

Covert, MI has a crime safety grade of D+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 99% above the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 138 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 37 chance for property crime. Covert has higher crime than 95% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).

Is Covert, MI safe to live in?

Covert has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of D+. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Covert is strongly recommended.

What is the violent crime rate in Covert?

The estimated violent crime rate in Covert is 725.4 per 100,000 residents, which is 91% higher than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 138 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 8.4 per 100K (68% above average); aggravated assault at 526.8 per 100K (96% above average); robbery at 127.5 per 100K (73% above average).

What is the property crime rate in Covert?

The estimated property crime rate in Covert is 2,728.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 49% higher than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 37 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 571.6 per 100K (112% above average); larceny/theft at 1,789.9 per 100K (28% above average); vehicle theft at 366.8 per 100K (15% above average).

How does Covert crime compare to the national average?

Covert's overall crime rate is 99% above the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is burglary (112% above average), while vehicle theft is 15% above average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Covert has higher crime than 95% of them.

Is Covert safe to visit?

Visitors to Covert should be cautious, especially in high-crime neighborhoods. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 49% above 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 Covert crime compare to the rest of Michigan?

Michigan as a whole has crime that is 7% above the national average. Covert's crime rate is 99% above the national average, making it more dangerous than the typical Michigan city.

What type of crime is most common in Covert?

Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Covert, with an estimated rate of 1,789.9 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 28% above the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (2,728 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (725 per 100K) in Covert, which is consistent with national trends.

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