49085 Zip Code, Saint Joseph

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Saint Joseph

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 64 / 300 High
Violent Crime 73
27% below national avg
Property Crime 99
1% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 49085 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 49085 in Saint Joseph, MI has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 64, which is 36% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Saint Joseph.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 115, 15% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 59). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 115 (15% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 59 (41% below avg)

49085 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
74 -26% Low
Assault
90 -10% Average
Robbery
59 -41% Low
Rape
70 -30% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
87 -13% Average
Larceny / Theft
115 +15% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
95 -5% Average

49085 Crime Map

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49085 Demographics & Context

Population
22,677
Median Income
$87,797
Home Value
$340,352
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
881/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 26.6%
Graduate Degree 18.4%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 87.4%
Black 3.9%
Hispanic 3.8%
Asian 4.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 49085, Saint Joseph?

Zip code 49085 in Saint Joseph, MI has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 64, which is 36% below the national average. Zip code 49085 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Saint Joseph.

Is Zip code 49085 a safe neighborhood in Saint Joseph?

Zip code 49085 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Saint Joseph, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 115), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 59). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Saint Joseph.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 49085?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 49085 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 115 (15% 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 49085?

Zip code 49085 has a population of approximately 22,677. The median household income is $87,797. The median home value is $340,352. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 49085 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 49085's overall crime rate is 36% below the national average (index 64 vs 100). Within Saint Joseph, 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.