48846 Zip Code, Ionia

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Ionia

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 102 / 300 High
Violent Crime 110
10% above national avg
Property Crime 123
23% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 48846 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 48846 in Ionia, MI has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 102, which is 2% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Ionia.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 136, 36% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 98).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 136 (36% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 98 (2% below avg)

48846 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
106 +6% Moderate
Assault
98 -2% Average
Robbery
102 +2% Moderate
Rape
133 +33% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
107 +7% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
136 +36% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
127 +27% Moderate

48846 Crime Map

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48846 Demographics & Context

Population
19,766
Median Income
$55,097
Home Value
$209,247
Median Age
37
Pop. Density
179/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.8%
Graduate Degree 3.4%

Housing

69%
31%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 79.2%
Black 16.1%
Hispanic 7.5%
Asian 0.5%
48846 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 48846, Ionia?

Zip code 48846 in Ionia, MI has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 102, which is 2% above the national average. Zip code 48846 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Ionia.

Is Zip code 48846 a safe neighborhood in Ionia?

Zip code 48846 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Ionia, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 136), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 98). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Ionia.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 48846?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 48846 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 136 (36% 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 48846?

Zip code 48846 has a population of approximately 19,766. The median household income is $55,097. The median home value is $209,247. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 48846 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 48846's overall crime rate is 2% above the national average (index 102 vs 100). Within Ionia, 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.