Crime Safety Grade

B

Lansing, MI Crime Rate

Higher crime than 70% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 57+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Lansing Safe?

With an overall crime index of 127, Lansing has a 27% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 225. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Sycamore Park earning an A grade while Stadium District rates C-.

Crime Index Comparison

Lansing
127
Michigan Avg
107
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
127
27% above average
Violent Crime
111
11% above average
Property Crime
122
22% above average
Safe Areas
86%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Lansing

1 in 225

Property crime: 1 in 205

Where Is It Safe in Lansing?

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Lansing Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 35% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 12% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 116 ▲ 16%
Assault Violent 128 ▲ 28%
Robbery Violent 88 ▼ 12%
Burglary Property 113 ▲ 13%
Larceny / Theft Property 135 ▲ 35%
Vehicle Theft Property 116 ▲ 16%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Lansing Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Sycamore Park A 65
2 Groesbeck A 45
3 Clifford Park A 71
4 Old Oakland A 65
5 Scott Woods A 142
6 Country Club of Lansing A 24
7 Frances Park A 25
8 Colonial Village A- 69
9 Lewton Rich A- 38
10 Sagamore Hills A- 117
11 Moores River Drive A- 102
12 Riverside Park A- 113
13 River Forest A- 110
14 Foster A- 129
15 Greencroft Park A- 141
16 Moores Park A- 89
17 Shady Oak A- 153
18 Old Everett A- 117
19 Hunter Park East A- 117
20 Quentin Park A- 123
21 Creston A- 122
22 Pleasant Grove A- 104
23 Eastfield A- 118
24 Hunter Park West A- 115
25 Hosmer Street A- 115
26 Woodmere A- 98
27 Otto C. Eckert Municipal Power Plant B+ 132
28 Northtown B+ 142
29 Hull Court Park B+ 121
30 Baker B+ 127
31 Fabulous Acres B+ 116
32 Fairview Area B+ 145
33 Averill Woods B+ 89
34 Holmes Street B+ 151
35 Wexford Heights B+ 91
36 Forest View B+ 118
37 Potter Walsh B+ 143
38 Knollwood Willow B+ 130
39 Churchill Downs B 105
40 Westside B 126
41 Edmore Park B 145
42 Bingham B 166
43 Old Forest B- 145
44 Walnut B- 172
45 Basset Park B- 173
46 Square One B- 183
47 Grand River Assembly Plant B- 190
48 Turner / Dodge B- 174
49 River Point B- 183
50 Green Oaks C+ 172
51 Lansing / Eaton C+ 152
52 Eastern C 185
53 Oak Park C- 171
54 East Battenfield C- 179
55 Downtown Lansing C- 186
56 Stadium District C- 195
57 Coachlight Commons D+ 191

Lansing Crime by Zip Code

48906
A- Index: 119
48910
A- Index: 118
48917
A- Index: 112
48912
A- Index: 126
48911
B+ Index: 124
48915
B+ Index: 136
48919
C+ Index: 197
48933
C+ Index: 194

Lansing Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
326,380
Median Income
$44,233
Home Value
$88,010
Median Rent
$847
Home Ownership
52%

Racial Demographics

White
60%
Black
22.8%
Hispanic
12.1%
Asian
5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Lansing?
Lansing has an overall crime index of 127, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 86% of neighborhoods in Lansing are rated A or B for safety.
Is Lansing safe to live in?
Lansing has a crime safety grade of B. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Lansing?
The safest neighborhoods in Lansing based on crime data include Sycamore Park, Groesbeck, Clifford Park, Old Oakland, and Scott Woods. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Lansing crime compare to the national average?
Lansing's overall crime index is 127 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 27% higher than the typical US city.

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