49770 Zip Code, Petoskey

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Petoskey

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 91 / 300 High
Violent Crime 104
4% above national avg
Property Crime 104
4% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 49770 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 49770 in Petoskey, MI has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 91, which is 9% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Petoskey.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 114, 14% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 87).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 114 (14% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 87 (13% below avg)

49770 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
102 +2% Moderate
Assault
87 -13% Average
Robbery
114 +14% Moderate
Rape
113 +13% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
109 +9% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
108 +8% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
94 -6% Average

49770 Crime Map

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49770 Demographics & Context

Population
17,116
Median Income
$70,987
Home Value
$531,018
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
134/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 25.3%
Graduate Degree 15.5%

Housing

63%
37%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.3%
Black 0.8%
Hispanic 1.8%
Asian 1.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 49770, Petoskey?

Zip code 49770 in Petoskey, MI has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 91, which is 9% below the national average. Zip code 49770 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Petoskey.

Is Zip code 49770 a safe neighborhood in Petoskey?

Zip code 49770 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Petoskey, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 114), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 87). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Petoskey.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 49770?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 49770 is Robbery, with a crime index of 114 (14% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 49770?

Zip code 49770 has a population of approximately 17,116. The median household income is $70,987. The median home value is $531,018. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 49770 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 49770's overall crime rate is 9% below the national average (index 91 vs 100). Within Petoskey, 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.