48122 Zip Code, Melvindale

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Melvindale

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 105 / 300 High

Violent Crime 106

6% above national avg

Property Crime 122

22% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 48122 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 48122 in Melvindale, MI has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 105, which is 5% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Melvindale.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 139, 39% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 92).

Highest Risk

Vehicle Theft · Index 139 (39% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Rape · Index 92 (8% below avg)

48122 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Melvindale	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	122	+22%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	103	+3%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	106	+6%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	92	-8%	N/A	Average
Property Crime
Burglary	103	+3%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	124	+24%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	139	+39%	N/A	Moderate

48122 Crime Map

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48122 Demographics & Context

Population

9,722

Median Income

$45,705

Home Value

$119,479

Median Age

Pop. Density

3,716/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.6%

Graduate Degree 5.1%

Housing

55%

45%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 71%

Black 11.5%

Hispanic 21.5%

Asian 1.2%

48122 Crime Map

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Melvindale Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 48122, Melvindale?

Zip code 48122 in Melvindale, MI has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 105, which is 5% above the national average. Zip code 48122 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Melvindale.

Is Zip code 48122 a safe neighborhood in Melvindale?

Zip code 48122 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Melvindale, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 139), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 92). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Melvindale.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 48122?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 48122 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 139 (39% 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 48122?

Zip code 48122 has a population of approximately 9,722. The median household income is $45,705. The median home value is $119,479. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 48122 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 48122's overall crime rate is 5% above the national average (index 105 vs 100). Within Melvindale, 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.