49931 Zip Code, Houghton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Houghton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 100 / 300 High
Violent Crime 137
37% above national avg
Property Crime 132
32% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 49931 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 49931 in Houghton, MI has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 100, which is 0% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Houghton.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 164, 64% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 94).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 164 (64% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 94 (6% below avg)

49931 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
134 +34% Moderate
Assault
94 -6% Average
Robbery
155 +55% High
Rape
164 +64% High
Property Crime
Burglary
99 -1% Average
Larceny / Theft
149 +49% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
149 +49% Moderate

49931 Crime Map

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49931 Demographics & Context

Population
9,578
Median Income
$40,647
Home Value
$140,273
Median Age
26
Pop. Density
276/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 23.7%
Graduate Degree 23.9%

Housing

43%
57%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 84.1%
Black 1.1%
Hispanic 2.1%
Asian 11.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 49931, Houghton?

Zip code 49931 in Houghton, MI has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 100, which is 0% below the national average. Zip code 49931 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Houghton.

Is Zip code 49931 a safe neighborhood in Houghton?

Zip code 49931 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Houghton, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 164), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 94). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Houghton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 49931?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 49931 is Rape, with a crime index of 164 (64% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 49931?

Zip code 49931 has a population of approximately 9,578. The median household income is $40,647. The median home value is $140,273. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 49931 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 49931's overall crime rate is 0% below the national average (index 100 vs 100). Within Houghton, 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.