49421 Zip Code, Hesperia

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Hesperia

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 119 / 300 High
Violent Crime 135
35% above national avg
Property Crime 112
12% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 49421 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 49421 in Hesperia, MI has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 119, which is 19% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Hesperia.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 155, 55% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 89). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 155 (55% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 89 (11% below avg)

49421 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
123 +23% Moderate
Assault
116 +16% Moderate
Robbery
155 +55% High
Rape
147 +47% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
146 +46% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
101 +1% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
89 -11% Average

49421 Crime Map

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49421 Demographics & Context

Population
4,743
Median Income
$54,958
Home Value
$164,043
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
36/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8%
Graduate Degree 2.9%

Housing

84%
16%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 92%
Black 1.4%
Hispanic 5.7%
Asian 0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 49421, Hesperia?

Zip code 49421 in Hesperia, MI has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 119, which is 19% above the national average. Zip code 49421 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Hesperia.

Is Zip code 49421 a safe neighborhood in Hesperia?

Zip code 49421 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Hesperia, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 155), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 89). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Hesperia.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 49421?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 49421 is Robbery, with a crime index of 155 (55% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 49421?

Zip code 49421 has a population of approximately 4,743. The median household income is $54,958. The median home value is $164,043. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 49421 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 49421's overall crime rate is 19% above the national average (index 119 vs 100). Within Hesperia, 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.