48838 Zip Code, Greenville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Greenville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 127 / 300 High
Violent Crime 127
27% above national avg
Property Crime 131
31% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 48838 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 48838 in Greenville, MI has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Greenville.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 138, 38% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 124).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 138 (38% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 124 (24% above avg)

48838 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
129 +29% Moderate
Assault
125 +25% Moderate
Robbery
129 +29% Moderate
Rape
124 +24% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
127 +27% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
138 +38% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
127 +27% Moderate

48838 Crime Map

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48838 Demographics & Context

Population
18,654
Median Income
$59,363
Home Value
$231,897
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
197/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.3%
Graduate Degree 7.3%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 92.8%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 5%
Asian 0.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 48838, Greenville?

Zip code 48838 in Greenville, MI has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average. Zip code 48838 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Greenville.

Is Zip code 48838 a safe neighborhood in Greenville?

Zip code 48838 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Greenville, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 138), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 124). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Greenville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 48838?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 48838 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 138 (38% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 48838?

Zip code 48838 has a population of approximately 18,654. The median household income is $59,363. The median home value is $231,897. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 48838 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 48838's overall crime rate is 27% above the national average (index 127 vs 100). Within Greenville, 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.