49240 Zip Code, Grass Lake

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Grass Lake

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 71 / 300 High
Violent Crime 93
7% below national avg
Property Crime 40
60% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 49240 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 49240 in Grass Lake, MI has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 71, which is 29% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Grass Lake.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 125, 25% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 13). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 125 (25% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 13 (87% below avg)

49240 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
70 -30% Low
Assault
72 -28% Low
Robbery
106 +6% Moderate
Rape
125 +25% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
81 -19% Average
Larceny / Theft
13 -87% Low
Vehicle Theft
26 -74% Low

49240 Crime Map

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49240 Demographics & Context

Population
9,629
Median Income
$93,476
Home Value
$312,909
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
88/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 19.7%
Graduate Degree 11.3%

Housing

87%
13%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.4%
Black 1%
Hispanic 2.2%
Asian 0.4%
49240 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 49240, Grass Lake?

Zip code 49240 in Grass Lake, MI has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 71, which is 29% below the national average. Zip code 49240 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Grass Lake.

Is Zip code 49240 a safe neighborhood in Grass Lake?

Zip code 49240 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Grass Lake, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 125), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 13). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Grass Lake.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 49240?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 49240 is Rape, with a crime index of 125 (25% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 49240?

Zip code 49240 has a population of approximately 9,629. The median household income is $93,476. The median home value is $312,909. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 49240 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 49240's overall crime rate is 29% below the national average (index 71 vs 100). Within Grass Lake, 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.