Crime Safety Grade

D+

Flint, MI Crime Rate

Higher crime than 91% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 17+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Flint Safe?

With an overall crime index of 155, Flint has a 55% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 191. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Potter Longway earning an A- grade while Northeast Village rates D-.

Crime Index Comparison

Flint
155
Michigan Avg
107
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
155
55% above average
Violent Crime
131
31% above average
Property Crime
151
51% above average
Safe Areas
65%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Flint

1 in 191

Property crime: 1 in 166

Where Is It Safe in Flint?

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Flint Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 53% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 7% above avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 138 ▲ 38%
Assault Violent 147 ▲ 47%
Robbery Violent 107 ▲ 7%
Burglary Property 152 ▲ 52%
Larceny / Theft Property 153 ▲ 53%
Vehicle Theft Property 148 ▲ 48%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Flint Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Potter Longway A- 162
2 Circle Drive B+ 143
3 Ballenger Square B+ 91
4 Baker Heights B+ 176
5 Southside B+ 159
6 Brownell / Holmes B 130
7 East Village B 133
8 Civic Park B 127
9 Sterling & Myrtle St. B 151
10 Flint Downtown B 126
11 Rollingwood B- 171
12 Grand Traverse C- 196
13 South Parks C- 153
14 North Flint C- 163
15 Carriage Town D+ 187
16 Smith Village D- 185
17 Northeast Village D- 186

Flint Crime by Zip Code

48506
A Index: 134
48507
A- Index: 124
48532
A- Index: 95
48554
A- Index: 153
48504
B Index: 129
48503
B- Index: 156
48502
C Index: 137
48505
C Index: 162
48550
F+ Index: 199

Flint Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
339,283
Median Income
$30,383
Home Value
$35,078
Median Rent
$730
Home Ownership
57%

Racial Demographics

White
47%
Black
45.2%
Hispanic
4.3%
Asian
0.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Flint?
Flint has an overall crime index of 155, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 65% of neighborhoods in Flint are rated A or B for safety.
Is Flint safe to live in?
Flint has a crime safety grade of D+. Very high crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Flint?
The safest neighborhoods in Flint based on crime data include Potter Longway, Circle Drive, Ballenger Square, Baker Heights, and Southside. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Flint crime compare to the national average?
Flint's overall crime index is 155 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 55% higher than the typical US city.

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