48864 Zip Code, Okemos

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Okemos

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 51 / 300 High
Violent Crime 68
32% below national avg
Property Crime 91
9% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 48864 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 48864 in Okemos, MI has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 51, which is 49% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Okemos.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 101, 1% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 49). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 101 (1% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 49 (51% below avg)

48864 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
74 -26% Low
Assault
60 -40% Low
Robbery
90 -10% Average
Rape
49 -51% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
77 -23% Low
Larceny / Theft
101 +1% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
96 -4% Average

48864 Crime Map

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48864 Demographics & Context

Population
21,474
Median Income
$99,650
Home Value
$386,221
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
962/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 34%
Graduate Degree 41.6%

Housing

62%
38%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 68.1%
Black 5.8%
Hispanic 3.6%
Asian 21%
48864 Crime Map
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Okemos Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 48864, Okemos?

Zip code 48864 in Okemos, MI has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 51, which is 49% below the national average. Zip code 48864 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Okemos.

Is Zip code 48864 a safe neighborhood in Okemos?

Zip code 48864 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Okemos, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 101), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 49). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Okemos.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 48864?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 48864 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 48864?

Zip code 48864 has a population of approximately 21,474. The median household income is $99,650. The median home value is $386,221. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 48864 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 48864's overall crime rate is 49% below the national average (index 51 vs 100). Within Okemos, 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.