Yale, MI Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 97% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Yale Safe?
Yes — Yale is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Yale has a crime rate that is 52% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 563.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 563
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
53% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 173
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
68% lower than national average
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Yale Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
53 | -47% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
43 | -57% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
52 | -48% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
62 | -38% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
46 | -54% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
25 | -75% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
33 | -67% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Yale Crime Map
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Yale Crime by Zip Code
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Yale Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Yale, MI?
Yale, MI has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 52% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 563 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 173 chance for property crime. Yale has lower crime than 97% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Yale, MI safe to live in?
Yale is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Yale is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Yale?
The estimated violent crime rate in Yale is 177.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 53% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 563 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.7 per 100K (47% below average); aggravated assault at 115.4 per 100K (57% below average); robbery at 38.5 per 100K (48% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Yale?
The estimated property crime rate in Yale is 579.4 per 100,000 residents, which is 68% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 173 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 124.7 per 100K (54% below average); larceny/theft at 349.3 per 100K (75% below average); vehicle theft at 105.4 per 100K (67% below average).
How does Yale crime compare to the national average?
Yale's overall crime rate is 52% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is rape (38% below average), while larceny/theft is 75% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Yale has lower crime than 97% of them.
Is Yale safe to visit?
Yale is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 68% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Yale crime compare to the rest of Michigan?
Michigan as a whole has crime that is 7% above the national average. Yale's crime rate is 52% below the national average, making it safer the typical Michigan city.
What type of crime is most common in Yale?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Yale, with an estimated rate of 349.3 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 75% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (579 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (178 per 100K) in Yale, which is consistent with national trends.