The Safest Place to Live in Michigan is in Oakland County?

Many people believe that the safest cities in Michigan are located in the Upper Peninsula, but there's actually a city in Metro Detroit that holds the title for being the safest in the entire state.

Safewise recently conducted a study to identify the safest cities across Michigan. They analyzed violent and property crime rates over the past three years and created a ranking of the top 50 safest cities.

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Interestingly (and surprisingly), the number one safest city on the list is located in Oakland County, though technically, it's a township.

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Where is the Safest Place to Live in Michigan?

According to the study, with a population of 6,603, Addison Township is the safest place to live in all of Michigan. Addison Township is located just north of Lakeville between M-24 and M-53 in Oakland County.

• 2022 Violent Crime Rate: 0.3
• 2022 Property Crime Rate: 2.4
• Median Income: $95,211

What is the Second Safest Place to Live in Michigan?

Right behind Addison Township, claiming the second spot on the list, is Kinross (also a township), with a population of 7,226. Kinross is located right of 75 in Chippewa County. It's about a 50-minute drive from the Mackinac Bridge.

• 2022 Violent Crime Rate: 1.2
• 2022 Property Crime Rate: 0.8
• Median Income: $49,952

Though Michigan doesn't crack the top 10 list of safest states in the U.S., it still holds a reputation as a safe place to call home.

Check and see if your city made it into the top 15 safest cities listed below.