49862 Zip Code, Munising

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Munising

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 125 / 300 High
Violent Crime 130
30% above national avg
Property Crime 133
33% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Munising zip codes

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Is 49862 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 49862 in Munising, MI has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Munising.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 140, 40% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 112).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 140 (40% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 112 (12% above avg)

49862 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
129 +29% Moderate
Assault
137 +37% Moderate
Robbery
112 +12% Moderate
Rape
140 +40% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
138 +38% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
126 +26% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
135 +35% Moderate

49862 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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49862 Demographics & Context

Population
3,489
Median Income
$48,319
Home Value
$113,673
Median Age
49
Pop. Density
16/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.6%
Graduate Degree 4.8%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 79.4%
Black 5.4%
Hispanic 1.9%
Asian 0.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 49862, Munising?

Zip code 49862 in Munising, MI has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average. Zip code 49862 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Munising.

Is Zip code 49862 a safe neighborhood in Munising?

Zip code 49862 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Munising, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 140), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 112). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Munising.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 49862?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 49862 is Rape, with a crime index of 140 (40% 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 49862?

Zip code 49862 has a population of approximately 3,489. The median household income is $48,319. The median home value is $113,673. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 49862 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 49862's overall crime rate is 25% above the national average (index 125 vs 100). Within Munising, 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.