49274 Zip Code, Reading

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Reading

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 128 / 300 High
Violent Crime 118
18% above national avg
Property Crime 89
11% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Reading zip codes

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Is 49274 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 49274 in Reading, MI has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Reading.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 132, 32% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 68). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 132 (32% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 68 (32% below avg)

49274 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
107 +7% Moderate
Assault
132 +32% Moderate
Robbery
117 +17% Moderate
Rape
114 +14% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
129 +29% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
68 -32% Low
Vehicle Theft
69 -31% Low

49274 Crime Map

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49274 Demographics & Context

Population
3,820
Median Income
$51,747
Home Value
$187,804
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
63/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8%
Graduate Degree 4%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.8%
Black 0.2%
Hispanic 1.3%
Asian 0.1%
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Reading Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 49274, Reading?

Zip code 49274 in Reading, MI has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average. Zip code 49274 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Reading.

Is Zip code 49274 a safe neighborhood in Reading?

Zip code 49274 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Reading, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 132), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 68). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Reading.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 49274?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 49274 is Assault, with a crime index of 132 (32% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 49274?

Zip code 49274 has a population of approximately 3,820. The median household income is $51,747. The median home value is $187,804. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 49274 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 49274's overall crime rate is 28% above the national average (index 128 vs 100). Within Reading, 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.