49098 Zip Code, Watervliet

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Watervliet

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 115 / 300 High
Violent Crime 113
13% above national avg
Property Crime 101
1% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 49098 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 49098 in Watervliet, MI has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 115, which is 15% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Watervliet.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 123, 23% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 86).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 123 (23% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 86 (14% below avg)

49098 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
111 +11% Moderate
Assault
104 +4% Moderate
Robbery
113 +13% Moderate
Rape
123 +23% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
113 +13% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
104 +4% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
86 -14% Average

49098 Crime Map

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49098 Demographics & Context

Population
6,032
Median Income
$59,813
Home Value
$249,273
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
181/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.8%
Graduate Degree 4.8%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 88.8%
Black 1.7%
Hispanic 8%
Asian 0.7%
49098 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 49098, Watervliet?

Zip code 49098 in Watervliet, MI has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 115, which is 15% above the national average. Zip code 49098 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Watervliet.

Is Zip code 49098 a safe neighborhood in Watervliet?

Zip code 49098 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Watervliet, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 123), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 86). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Watervliet.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 49098?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 49098 is Rape, with a crime index of 123 (23% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 49098?

Zip code 49098 has a population of approximately 6,032. The median household income is $59,813. The median home value is $249,273. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 49098 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 49098's overall crime rate is 15% above the national average (index 115 vs 100). Within Watervliet, 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.