49286 Zip Code, Tecumseh

Last updated: June 3, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Tecumseh

Summary: 49286 (Tecumseh, MI) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 49286 in Tecumseh, MI has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 72, which is 28% below the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Tecumseh.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: June 3, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 72 / 300 High
Violent Crime 78
22% below national avg
Property Crime 95
5% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 49286 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 49286 in Tecumseh, MI has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 72, which is 28% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Tecumseh.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 97, 3% below average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 63).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 97 (3% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 63 (37% below avg)

49286 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
84 -16% Average
Assault
83 -17% Average
Robbery
63 -37% Low
Rape
80 -20% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
94 -6% Average
Larceny / Theft
93 -7% Average
Vehicle Theft
97 -3% Average

49286 Crime Map

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49286 Demographics & Context

Population
14,826
Median Income
$79,438
Home Value
$243,794
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
248/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.2%
Graduate Degree 7.5%

Housing

73%
27%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.9%
Black 1%
Hispanic 4.4%
Asian 0.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 49286, Tecumseh?

Zip code 49286 in Tecumseh, MI has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 72, which is 28% below the national average. Zip code 49286 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Tecumseh.

Is Zip code 49286 a safe neighborhood in Tecumseh?

Zip code 49286 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Tecumseh, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 97), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 63). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Tecumseh.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 49286?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 49286 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 97 (3% below 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 49286?

Zip code 49286 has a population of approximately 14,826. The median household income is $79,438. The median home value is $243,794. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 49286 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 49286's overall crime rate is 28% below the national average (index 72 vs 100). Within Tecumseh, 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 June 2026.