48135 Zip Code, Garden City

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Garden City

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 41 / 300 High
Violent Crime 65
35% below national avg
Property Crime 64
36% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 48135 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 48135 in Garden City, MI has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 41, which is 59% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Garden City.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 86, 14% below average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 34).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 86 (14% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 34 (66% below avg)

48135 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
73 -27% Low
Assault
34 -66% Low
Robbery
86 -14% Average
Rape
65 -35% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
51 -49% Low
Larceny / Theft
76 -24% Low
Vehicle Theft
64 -36% Low

48135 Crime Map

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48135 Demographics & Context

Population
26,588
Median Income
$74,311
Home Value
$178,618
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
4,539/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.5%
Graduate Degree 4.1%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.4%
Black 3.7%
Hispanic 3.9%
Asian 1.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 48135, Garden City?

Zip code 48135 in Garden City, MI has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 41, which is 59% below the national average. Zip code 48135 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Garden City.

Is Zip code 48135 a safe neighborhood in Garden City?

Zip code 48135 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Garden City, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 86), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 34). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Garden City.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 48135?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 48135 is Robbery, with a crime index of 86 (14% below the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 48135?

Zip code 48135 has a population of approximately 26,588. The median household income is $74,311. The median home value is $178,618. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 48135 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 48135's overall crime rate is 59% below the national average (index 41 vs 100). Within Garden 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.