48021 Zip Code, Eastpointe

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Eastpointe

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 122 / 300 High

Violent Crime 95

5% below national avg

Property Crime 106

6% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 48021 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 48021 in Eastpointe, MI has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 122, which is 22% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Eastpointe.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 114, 14% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 83).

Highest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 114 (14% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Rape · Index 83 (17% below avg)

48021 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Eastpointe	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	107	+7%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	106	+6%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	85	-15%	N/A	Average
Rape	83	-17%	N/A	Average
Property Crime
Burglary	97	-3%	N/A	Average
Larceny / Theft	114	+14%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	106	+6%	N/A	Moderate

48021 Crime Map

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48021 Demographics & Context

Population

33,613

Median Income

$58,662

Home Value

$143,109

Median Age

Pop. Density

6,510/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.6%

Graduate Degree 4.7%

Housing

73%

27%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 52.8%

Black 40.7%

Hispanic 2.4%

Asian 1.4%

48021 Crime Map

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Eastpointe Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 48021, Eastpointe?

Zip code 48021 in Eastpointe, MI has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 122, which is 22% above the national average. Zip code 48021 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Eastpointe.

Is Zip code 48021 a safe neighborhood in Eastpointe?

Zip code 48021 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Eastpointe, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 114), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 83). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Eastpointe.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 48021?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 48021 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 114 (14% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 48021?

Zip code 48021 has a population of approximately 33,613. The median household income is $58,662. The median home value is $143,109. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 48021 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 48021's overall crime rate is 22% above the national average (index 122 vs 100). Within Eastpointe, 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.