49885 Zip Code, Skandia

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Skandia

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 110 / 300 High
Violent Crime 110
10% above national avg
Property Crime 74
26% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 49885 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 49885 in Skandia, MI has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 110, which is 10% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Skandia.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 158, 58% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 31). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 158 (58% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 31 (69% below avg)

49885 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
82 -18% Average
Assault
102 +2% Moderate
Robbery
131 +31% Moderate
Rape
126 +26% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
158 +58% High
Larceny / Theft
31 -69% Low
Vehicle Theft
34 -66% Low

49885 Crime Map

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49885 Demographics & Context

Population
2,032
Median Income
$61,521
Home Value
$119,047
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
12/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18.2%
Graduate Degree 10.1%

Housing

89%
11%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.4%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 1.2%
Asian 0.8%
49885 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 49885, Skandia?

Zip code 49885 in Skandia, MI has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 110, which is 10% above the national average. Zip code 49885 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Skandia.

Is Zip code 49885 a safe neighborhood in Skandia?

Zip code 49885 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Skandia, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 158), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 31). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Skandia.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 49885?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 49885 is Burglary, with a crime index of 158 (58% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 49885?

Zip code 49885 has a population of approximately 2,032. The median household income is $61,521. The median home value is $119,047. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 49885 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 49885's overall crime rate is 10% above the national average (index 110 vs 100). Within Skandia, 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.