49834 Zip Code, Foster City

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Foster City

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 137 / 300 High
Violent Crime 112
12% above national avg
Property Crime 66
34% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 49834 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 49834 in Foster City, MI has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 137, which is 37% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Foster City.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 156, 56% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 19). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 156 (56% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 19 (81% below avg)

49834 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
74 -26% Low
Assault
146 +46% Moderate
Robbery
98 -2% Average
Rape
129 +29% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
156 +56% High
Larceny / Theft
24 -76% Low
Vehicle Theft
19 -81% Low

49834 Crime Map

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49834 Demographics & Context

Population
701
Median Income
$66,023
Home Value
$139,476
Median Age
51
Pop. Density
7/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15%
Graduate Degree 4.3%

Housing

89%
11%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.4%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 0.3%
Asian 0.4%
49834 Crime Map
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Foster City Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 49834, Foster City?

Zip code 49834 in Foster City, MI has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 137, which is 37% above the national average. Zip code 49834 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Foster City.

Is Zip code 49834 a safe neighborhood in Foster City?

Zip code 49834 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Foster City, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 156), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 19). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Foster City.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 49834?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 49834 is Burglary, with a crime index of 156 (56% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 49834?

Zip code 49834 has a population of approximately 701. The median household income is $66,023. The median home value is $139,476. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 49834 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 49834's overall crime rate is 37% above the national average (index 137 vs 100). Within Foster City, 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.