49120 Zip Code, Niles

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Niles

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 78 / 300 High
Violent Crime 88
12% below national avg
Property Crime 98
2% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 49120 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 49120 in Niles, MI has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 78, which is 22% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Niles.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 101, 1% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 64).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 101 (1% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 64 (36% below avg)

49120 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
97 -3% Average
Assault
64 -36% Low
Robbery
97 -3% Average
Rape
93 -7% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
97 -3% Average
Larceny / Theft
101 +1% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
97 -3% Average

49120 Crime Map

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49120 Demographics & Context

Population
36,599
Median Income
$61,576
Home Value
$210,666
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
298/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.9%
Graduate Degree 7.3%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 85.1%
Black 6.8%
Hispanic 5.4%
Asian 0.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 49120, Niles?

Zip code 49120 in Niles, MI has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 78, which is 22% below the national average. Zip code 49120 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Niles.

Is Zip code 49120 a safe neighborhood in Niles?

Zip code 49120 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Niles, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 101), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 64). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Niles.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 49120?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 49120 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 101 (1% 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 49120?

Zip code 49120 has a population of approximately 36,599. The median household income is $61,576. The median home value is $210,666. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 49120 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 49120's overall crime rate is 22% below the national average (index 78 vs 100). Within Niles, 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.