49050 Zip Code, Dowling

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Dowling

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 102 / 300 High

Violent Crime 88

12% below national avg

Property Crime 51

49% below national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 49050 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 49050 in Dowling, MI has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 102, which is 2% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Dowling.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 98, 2% below average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 26). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Murder · Index 98 (2% below avg)

Lowest Risk

Vehicle Theft · Index 26 (74% below avg)

49050 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Dowling	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	98	-2%	N/A	Average
Assault	89	-11%	N/A	Average
Robbery	83	-17%	N/A	Average
Rape	82	-18%	N/A	Average
Property Crime
Burglary	91	-9%	N/A	Average
Larceny / Theft	35	-65%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	26	-74%	N/A	Low

49050 Crime Map

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49050 Demographics & Context

Population

1,688

Median Income

$72,466

Home Value

$291,744

Median Age

Pop. Density

63/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10%

Graduate Degree 4.9%

Housing

86%

14%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.1%

Black 0.3%

Hispanic 1.8%

Asian 0.3%

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Dowling Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 49050, Dowling?

Zip code 49050 in Dowling, MI has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 102, which is 2% above the national average. Zip code 49050 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Dowling.

Is Zip code 49050 a safe neighborhood in Dowling?

Zip code 49050 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Dowling, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Murder (index: 98), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 26). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Dowling.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 49050?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 49050 is Murder, with a crime index of 98 (2% below the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 49050?

Zip code 49050 has a population of approximately 1,688. The median household income is $72,466. The median home value is $291,744. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 49050 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 49050's overall crime rate is 2% above the national average (index 102 vs 100). Within Dowling, 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.