48195 Zip Code, Southgate

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Southgate

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 87 / 300 High
Violent Crime 93
7% below national avg
Property Crime 97
3% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 48195 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 48195 in Southgate, MI has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 87, which is 13% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Southgate.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 116, 16% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 76).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 116 (16% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 76 (24% below avg)

48195 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
94 -6% Average
Assault
95 -5% Average
Robbery
95 -5% Average
Rape
89 -11% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
76 -24% Low
Larceny / Theft
116 +16% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
99 -1% Average

48195 Crime Map

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48195 Demographics & Context

Population
28,679
Median Income
$65,284
Home Value
$175,113
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
4,195/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.4%
Graduate Degree 6.9%

Housing

62%
38%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 85.1%
Black 5.8%
Hispanic 7.8%
Asian 2.5%
48195 Crime Map
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Southgate Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 48195, Southgate?

Zip code 48195 in Southgate, MI has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 87, which is 13% below the national average. Zip code 48195 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Southgate.

Is Zip code 48195 a safe neighborhood in Southgate?

Zip code 48195 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Southgate, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 116), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 76). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Southgate.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 48195?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 48195 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 116 (16% 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 48195?

Zip code 48195 has a population of approximately 28,679. The median household income is $65,284. The median home value is $175,113. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 48195 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 48195's overall crime rate is 13% below the national average (index 87 vs 100). Within Southgate, 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.