48071 Zip Code, Madison Heights

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Madison Heights

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 117 / 300 High
Violent Crime 97
3% below national avg
Property Crime 120
20% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 48071 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 48071 in Madison Heights, MI has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Madison Heights.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 131, 31% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 76). 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
Rape · Index 76 (24% below avg)

48071 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
123 +23% Moderate
Assault
87 -13% Average
Robbery
103 +3% Moderate
Rape
76 -24% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
106 +6% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
131 +31% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
122 +22% Moderate

48071 Crime Map

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48071 Demographics & Context

Population
31,385
Median Income
$57,873
Home Value
$187,770
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
4,386/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18.5%
Graduate Degree 7.4%

Housing

62%
38%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 78.5%
Black 7.8%
Hispanic 3%
Asian 8%
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Madison Heights Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 48071, Madison Heights?

Zip code 48071 in Madison Heights, MI has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average. Zip code 48071 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Madison Heights.

Is Zip code 48071 a safe neighborhood in Madison Heights?

Zip code 48071 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Madison Heights, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 131), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 76). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Madison Heights.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 48071?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 48071 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 48071?

Zip code 48071 has a population of approximately 31,385. The median household income is $57,873. The median home value is $187,770. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 48071 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 48071's overall crime rate is 17% above the national average (index 117 vs 100). Within Madison Heights, 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.