49436 Zip Code, Mears

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Mears

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 173 / 300 High
Violent Crime 138
38% above national avg
Property Crime 129
29% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 49436 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 49436 in Mears, MI has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 173, which is 73% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Mears.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 175, 75% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 109).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 175 (75% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 109 (9% above avg)

49436 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
130 +30% Moderate
Assault
175 +75% High
Robbery
109 +9% Moderate
Rape
136 +36% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
150 +50% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
117 +17% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
120 +20% Moderate

49436 Crime Map

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49436 Demographics & Context

Population
1,540
Median Income
$53,154
Home Value
$363,769
Median Age
55
Pop. Density
41/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.4%
Graduate Degree 11.1%

Housing

83%
17%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 92.8%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 8.7%
Asian 0%
49436 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 49436, Mears?

Zip code 49436 in Mears, MI has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 173, which is 73% above the national average. Zip code 49436 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Mears.

Is Zip code 49436 a safe neighborhood in Mears?

Zip code 49436 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Mears, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 175), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 109). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Mears.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 49436?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 49436 is Assault, with a crime index of 175 (75% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 49436?

Zip code 49436 has a population of approximately 1,540. The median household income is $53,154. The median home value is $363,769. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 49436 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 49436's overall crime rate is 73% above the national average (index 173 vs 100). Within Mears, 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.