49728 Zip Code, Eckerman

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Eckerman

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 164 / 300 High
Violent Crime 127
27% above national avg
Property Crime 77
23% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 49728 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 49728 in Eckerman, MI has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 164, which is 64% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Eckerman.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 169, 69% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 33). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 169 (69% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 33 (67% below avg)

49728 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
109 +9% Moderate
Assault
169 +69% High
Robbery
117 +17% Moderate
Rape
113 +13% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
154 +54% High
Larceny / Theft
33 -67% Low
Vehicle Theft
44 -56% Low

49728 Crime Map

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49728 Demographics & Context

Population
849
Median Income
$54,037
Home Value
$131,492
Median Age
50
Pop. Density
3/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12%
Graduate Degree 7.5%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 73.1%
Black 0.2%
Hispanic 1.2%
Asian 0.3%
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Eckerman Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 49728, Eckerman?

Zip code 49728 in Eckerman, MI has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 164, which is 64% above the national average. Zip code 49728 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Eckerman.

Is Zip code 49728 a safe neighborhood in Eckerman?

Zip code 49728 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Eckerman, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Assault (index: 169), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 33). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Eckerman.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 49728?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 49728 is Assault, with a crime index of 169 (69% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 49728?

Zip code 49728 has a population of approximately 849. The median household income is $54,037. The median home value is $131,492. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 49728 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 49728's overall crime rate is 64% above the national average (index 164 vs 100). Within Eckerman, 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.