48444 Zip Code, Imlay City

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Imlay City

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 105 / 300 High
Violent Crime 108
8% above national avg
Property Crime 98
2% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 48444 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 48444 in Imlay City, MI has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 105, which is 5% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Imlay City.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 114, 14% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 92).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 114 (14% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 92 (8% below avg)

48444 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
107 +7% Moderate
Assault
100 0% Average
Robbery
114 +14% Moderate
Rape
111 +11% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
105 +5% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
92 -8% Average
Vehicle Theft
98 -2% Average

48444 Crime Map

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48444 Demographics & Context

Population
9,293
Median Income
$63,163
Home Value
$272,223
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
118/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.5%
Graduate Degree 3.5%

Housing

73%
27%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 86%
Black 0.7%
Hispanic 17.1%
Asian 0.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 48444, Imlay City?

Zip code 48444 in Imlay City, MI has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 105, which is 5% above the national average. Zip code 48444 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Imlay City.

Is Zip code 48444 a safe neighborhood in Imlay City?

Zip code 48444 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Imlay City, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 114), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 92). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Imlay City.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 48444?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 48444 is Robbery, with a crime index of 114 (14% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 48444?

Zip code 48444 has a population of approximately 9,293. The median household income is $63,163. The median home value is $272,223. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 48444 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 48444's overall crime rate is 5% above the national average (index 105 vs 100). Within Imlay City, 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.