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Is East Grand Rapids, Michigan Safe?

Population 11,663 · Safer than 33% of US cities

Declining· 2023 FBI UCR data

In a community of 11,663, each crime incident has a bigger statistical impact. East Grand Rapids earns a C with violent crime close to the national average. Property crime makes up the majority of offenses, with theft at 1,560 per 100K.

East Grand Rapids Crime Rates vs State and National Averages

MetricEast Grand RapidsMichigan AvgNational Avg
Violent Crime Rate375.5330.0363.8
Property Crime Rate1818.12014.41,832.3
Murder Rate7.0--5.7
Assault Rate242.0--268.2
Theft Rate1560.0--1,401.5
Vehicle Theft Rate265.0--318.3

All rates per 100,000 residents. 2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report + Census Bureau population estimates.

Overall SafetyC

219.4 crimes per 1,000 residents

Violent CrimeC-

376/100K (national avg: 364)

Property CrimeC

1818/100K (national avg: 1,832)

Key Crime Statistics for East Grand Rapids

Violent crime in East Grand Rapids is close to the national average. The rate of 375.5 per 100K exceeds the national 363.8.

Property crime is close to the national average at 1818.1 per 100K vs. the national 1,832.3.

Theft is the most reported crime at 1,560 per 100K. The national average is 1,401.5.

East Grand Rapids Crime Breakdown by Category

Murder7
01.2x national avgAvg: 5.7
Assault242
090% of avgAvg: 268.2
Robbery74
01.2x national avgAvg: 63.3
Burglary216
080% of avgAvg: 269.8
Theft1,560
01.1x national avgAvg: 1,401.5
Vehicle Theft265
083% of avgAvg: 318.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. Vertical marker = national average.

How East Grand Rapids Compares

Violent Crime Rate (per 100K)

East Grand Rapids
375.5
State
330.0
National
363.8

Property Crime Rate (per 100K)

East Grand Rapids
1818.1
State
2014.4
National
1832.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. National averages from 2023 FBI UCR data.

Frequently Asked Questions About East Grand Rapids Safety

Is East Grand Rapids safe?
Not especially. East Grand Rapids earns a C with a crime rate of 219.4 per 1,000 residents, and violent crime runs close to the national average. Standard precautions apply, especially at night.
What is the crime rate in East Grand Rapids?
219.4 per 1,000 residents. That breaks down to a violent crime rate of 375.5 per 100,000 (the national average is 363.8) and property crime at 1818.1 per 100,000 (national average: 1832.3).
Is East Grand Rapids safe for tourists?
Exercise extra caution. East Grand Rapids's C grade reflects real risk, particularly for property crime. Theft (1,560 per 100K) is the biggest concern for visitors. Stay in well-lit, busy areas at night.
What are the safest neighborhoods in East Grand Rapids?
Neighborhood-level data varies, but suburban residential areas in East Grand Rapids generally report lower crime than downtown or commercial districts. For block-level detail, check the East Grand Rapids police department's crime map.
Is crime increasing in East Grand Rapids?
Yes, there's been an uptick. East Grand Rapids's crime rates have moved in the wrong direction recently, though the city still holds a C grade overall.
How does East Grand Rapids compare to other cities in Michigan?
Below average for the state. East Grand Rapids ranks behind about 60% of Michigan cities on safety, with property crime being the bigger issue at 1.0x the national rate.
How safe is East Grand Rapids to live in?
Worth factoring into your decision. Violent crime is close to the national average. The upward trend in crime is concerning.
How bad is crime in East Grand Rapids?
Bad. A C grade and 219.4 per-thousand rate put East Grand Rapids below 67% of US cities. Violent crime at 376 per 100K is the core problem.
What is the violent crime rate in East Grand Rapids?
375.5 per 100,000, which is 3% above the national average of 363.8. That includes assault (242), robbery (74), and murder (7.0) per 100,000.

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