48731 Zip Code, Elkton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Elkton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 104 / 300 High

Violent Crime 124

24% above national avg

Property Crime 101

1% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 48731 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 48731 in Elkton, MI has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 104, which is 4% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Elkton.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 146, 46% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 81). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Robbery · Index 146 (46% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Assault · Index 81 (19% below avg)

48731 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Elkton	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	121	+21%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	81	-19%	N/A	Average
Robbery	146	+46%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	146	+46%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	113	+13%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	94	-6%	N/A	Average
Vehicle Theft	95	-5%	N/A	Average

48731 Crime Map

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48731 Demographics & Context

Population

1,569

Median Income

$60,426

Home Value

$123,524

Median Age

Pop. Density

34/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.7%

Graduate Degree 2.3%

Housing

76%

24%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96%

Black 0.5%

Hispanic 3.2%

Asian 0.1%

48731 Crime Map

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Elkton Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 48731, Elkton?

Zip code 48731 in Elkton, MI has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 104, which is 4% above the national average. Zip code 48731 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Elkton.

Is Zip code 48731 a safe neighborhood in Elkton?

Zip code 48731 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Elkton, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 146), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 81). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Elkton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 48731?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 48731 is Robbery, with a crime index of 146 (46% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 48731?

Zip code 48731 has a population of approximately 1,569. The median household income is $60,426. The median home value is $123,524. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 48731 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 48731's overall crime rate is 4% above the national average (index 104 vs 100). Within Elkton, 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.