49043 Zip Code, Covert

Crime Rate & Statistics

B-

Fairly safe — slightly below-average crime levels

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Covert

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 142 / 300 High

Violent Crime 129

29% above national avg

Property Crime 108

8% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 49043 a Safe Zip Code?

Mostly yes — this zip code is fairly safe. Zip code 49043 in Covert, MI has a safety grade of B-. The overall crime index is 142, which is 42% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Covert.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 151, 51% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 82). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 151 (51% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Vehicle Theft · Index 82 (18% below avg)

49043 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Covert	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	120	+20%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	140	+40%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	123	+23%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	133	+33%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	151	+51%	N/A	High
Larceny / Theft	91	-9%	N/A	Average
Vehicle Theft	82	-18%	N/A	Average

49043 Crime Map

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49043 Demographics & Context

Population

2,638

Median Income

$38,196

Home Value

$182,490

Median Age

Pop. Density

74/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9%

Graduate Degree 2.1%

Housing

68%

32%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 49.1%

Black 20.3%

Hispanic 32.9%

Asian 0.5%

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Covert Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 49043, Covert?

Zip code 49043 in Covert, MI has a crime safety grade of B- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 142, which is 42% above the national average. Zip code 49043 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Covert.

Is Zip code 49043 a safe neighborhood in Covert?

Zip code 49043 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Covert, earning a crime grade of B-. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 151), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 82). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Covert.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 49043?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 49043 is Burglary, with a crime index of 151 (51% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 49043?

Zip code 49043 has a population of approximately 2,638. The median household income is $38,196. The median home value is $182,490. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 49043 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 49043's overall crime rate is 42% above the national average (index 142 vs 100). Within Covert, 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.