49079 Zip Code, Paw Paw

Crime Rate & Statistics

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Paw Paw

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low

Low 80 / 300 High

Violent Crime 96

4% below national avg

Property Crime 105

5% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 49079 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 49079 in Paw Paw, MI has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 80, which is 20% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Paw Paw.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 113, 13% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 77).

Highest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 113 (13% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Assault · Index 77 (23% below avg)

49079 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Paw Paw	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	95	-5%	N/A	Average
Assault	77	-23%	N/A	Low
Robbery	103	+3%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	109	+9%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	98	-2%	N/A	Average
Larceny / Theft	113	+13%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	105	+5%	N/A	Moderate

49079 Crime Map

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49079 Demographics & Context

Population

14,391

Median Income

$67,937

Home Value

$246,223

Median Age

Pop. Density

168/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18.7%

Graduate Degree 11.8%

Housing

75%

25%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.6%

Black 1.5%

Hispanic 5.8%

Asian 1%

49079 Crime Map

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Paw Paw Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 49079, Paw Paw?

Zip code 49079 in Paw Paw, MI has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 80, which is 20% below the national average. Zip code 49079 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Paw Paw.

Is Zip code 49079 a safe neighborhood in Paw Paw?

Zip code 49079 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Paw Paw, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 113), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 77). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Paw Paw.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 49079?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 49079 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 113 (13% 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 49079?

Zip code 49079 has a population of approximately 14,391. The median household income is $67,937. The median home value is $246,223. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 49079 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 49079's overall crime rate is 20% below the national average (index 80 vs 100). Within Paw Paw, 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.