48629 Zip Code, Houghton Lake

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Houghton Lake

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 109 / 300 High
Violent Crime 93
7% below national avg
Property Crime 125
25% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 48629 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 48629 in Houghton Lake, MI has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 109, which is 9% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Houghton Lake.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 131, 31% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 66). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 131 (31% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 66 (34% below avg)

48629 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
100 0% Average
Assault
110 +10% Moderate
Robbery
66 -34% Low
Rape
96 -4% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
123 +23% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
131 +31% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
121 +21% Moderate

48629 Crime Map

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48629 Demographics & Context

Population
6,505
Median Income
$49,872
Home Value
$210,344
Median Age
56
Pop. Density
53/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.7%
Graduate Degree 6.1%

Housing

76%
24%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.7%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 1.5%
Asian 0.2%
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Houghton Lake Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 48629, Houghton Lake?

Zip code 48629 in Houghton Lake, MI has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 109, which is 9% above the national average. Zip code 48629 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Houghton Lake.

Is Zip code 48629 a safe neighborhood in Houghton Lake?

Zip code 48629 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Houghton Lake, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 131), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 66). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Houghton Lake.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 48629?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 48629 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 131 (31% 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 48629?

Zip code 48629 has a population of approximately 6,505. The median household income is $49,872. The median home value is $210,344. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 48629 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 48629's overall crime rate is 9% above the national average (index 109 vs 100). Within Houghton 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.