Is Grand Rapids, MI Safe? 2026 Crime Rates & Safety Report
Key facts
- 01
Grand Rapids, Michigan reported 719.02 aggravated assault offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 3.13 times the national reference of 229.56 per 100,000 and 489.46 per 100,000 above that reference, with 1,422 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Grand Rapids, Michigan reported 96.58 robbery offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 2.00 times the national reference of 48.24 per 100,000 and 48.34 per 100,000 above that reference, with 191 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Grand Rapids, Michigan reported 1,923.97 larceny-theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.74 times the national reference of 1,106.97 per 100,000 and 817.00 per 100,000 above that reference, with 3,805 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Grand Rapids, Michigan reported 261.42 motor vehicle theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.35 times the national reference of 193.00 per 100,000 and 68.42 per 100,000 above that reference, with 517 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Grand Rapids, Michigan reported 196.19 burglary offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.04 times the national reference of 188.15 per 100,000 and 8.04 per 100,000 above that reference, with 388 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
Quick answer
In the Safety Atlas 2026 public safety index, Grand Rapids, MI has an adjusted safety score of 29.13 out of 100. It ranks #4 in this comparison set out of the 6 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Michigan. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as decreasing.
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2026 edition, FBI source year 2025.
Every number on this page ships in the Michigan workbook.
Key Public Safety Indicators
Reported rates per 100,000 residents; national references shown alongside.
| Offense Class | Annual Count | Rate per 100K | National Avg | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robbery | 191 | 96.58 | 48.24 |
2.0× national |
| Aggravated Assault | 1422 | 719.02 | 229.56 |
3.13× national |
| Burglary | 388 | 196.19 | 188.15 |
1.04× national |
| Larceny-theft | 3805 | 1923.97 | 1106.97 |
1.74× national |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 517 | 261.42 | 193.0 |
1.35× national |
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What drives Grand Rapids's safety score?
Grand Rapids ranks in the middle half of the 6 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Michigan, ahead of approximately 33% of that scored set. The profile uses a reporting population of 197,768 and source-year data through 2025; it is a citywide agency-level comparison, not a neighborhood forecast.
The strongest of the three score components is Personal Safety at 33.25, while Community Order is lowest at 19.86. The 13.39-point spread shows why the composite should be read by component instead of as a single absolute claim about safety.
Among the five public offense indicators, Aggravated Assault is highest relative to its national reference at 719.02 per 100,000 (3.13× the national rate). Burglary is lowest on the same relative basis at 196.19 per 100,000 (1.04× national).
Coverage check: 18 of 18 tracked offense classes have reportable values in this profile. Missing values are not converted to zero.
Public indicator mix
Grand Rapids, Michigan recorded 3,805 larceny-theft offenses in 2025, 60.2% of the 6,323 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 191 robbery reports (3.0%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Grand Rapids, Michigan recorded 1,422 aggravated assault offenses in 2025, 22.5% of the 6,323 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 191 robbery reports (3.0%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Grand Rapids, Michigan recorded 517 motor vehicle theft offenses in 2025, 8.2% of the 6,323 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 191 robbery reports (3.0%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Grand Rapids, Michigan uses a reporting population of 197,768 residents and has values for 18 of the 18 tracked offense classes (100.0%) in its 2025 profile; coverage describes available classes rather than the share of residents reporting crime.
Grand Rapids, Michigan has an adjusted score of 29.13 points out of 100 versus 68.15 in Sterling Heights, Michigan, a difference of 39.02 points below that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Grand Rapids ranks 4 of 6 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Grand Rapids, Michigan has an adjusted score of 29.13 points out of 100 versus 61.81 in Ann Arbor, Michigan, a difference of 32.68 points below that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Grand Rapids ranks 4 of 6 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Detailed Crime Class Breakdown
Additional tracked offense classes
- Homicide
- Rape
- Kidnapping/Abduction
- Human Trafficking
- Arson
- Theft From Building
- Theft From Motor Vehicle
- Simple Assault
- Intimidation
- Stolen Property Offenses
- Vandalism
- Weapon Law Violations
- Drug/Narcotic Violations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Grand Rapids safe compared to other places in Michigan?
Grand Rapids is classified as having low relative safety in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index. It has an adjusted safety score of 29.13 out of 100 and ranks #4 in this comparison set out of the 6 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Michigan.
What is the crime rate in Grand Rapids?
Public offense rates are listed above.
What is Grand Rapids's safety rating?
Grand Rapids's safety rating in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index is 29.13 out of 100, which ranks #4 in this comparison set out of the 6 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Michigan. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as decreasing, using source-year data through 2025.
What is the safest neighborhood in Grand Rapids?
This profile covers the reporting jurisdiction; consult local sources for neighborhood detail.
Why are some crime statistics locked for Grand Rapids?
Full offense series: state workbook.
Reading notes
Safety Atlas methodology · 2026 coverage report
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Primary Source Data Integrity
- Crime Counts: FBI National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) database.
- Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimate boundaries.
- Methodology: Adjusted per-capita normalization with small-sample relief controls. View our complete Methodology Documentation.