48450 Zip Code, Lexington

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Lexington

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 145 / 300 High
Violent Crime 110
10% above national avg
Property Crime 121
21% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 48450 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 48450 in Lexington, MI has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 145, which is 45% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Lexington.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 155, 55% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 71).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 155 (55% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 71 (29% below avg)

48450 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
101 +1% Moderate
Assault
155 +55% High
Robbery
71 -29% Low
Rape
112 +12% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
145 +45% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
98 -2% Average
Vehicle Theft
119 +19% Moderate

48450 Crime Map

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48450 Demographics & Context

Population
4,064
Median Income
$53,795
Home Value
$237,255
Median Age
55
Pop. Density
206/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13%
Graduate Degree 8.4%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.6%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 2.3%
Asian 0.5%
48450 Crime Map
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Lexington Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 48450, Lexington?

Zip code 48450 in Lexington, MI has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 145, which is 45% above the national average. Zip code 48450 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lexington.

Is Zip code 48450 a safe neighborhood in Lexington?

Zip code 48450 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Lexington, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 155), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 71). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Lexington.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 48450?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 48450 is Assault, with a crime index of 155 (55% 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 48450?

Zip code 48450 has a population of approximately 4,064. The median household income is $53,795. The median home value is $237,255. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 48450 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 48450's overall crime rate is 45% above the national average (index 145 vs 100). Within Lexington, 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.