20 of the Safest Michigan Cities to Live in 2026

Do you live in one of the safest cities in Michigan? If you don't know, you soon will.

AreaVibes has put together a list of the 20 safest cities in the Great Lakes State. I have to admit, I am quite surprised that only one Genesee County city made the list. There are quite a few cities on the list in Oakland County. Lenawee County makes the cut, as does Emmett County.

The list was determined by looking at the most recent crime data from the FBI. It includes violent crimes such as assault, rape, and murder. Property crimes were also researched, including burglary and vehicle theft.

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I live in Fenton, so spoiler alert - Fenton did not make the cut. There are definitely some of the usual suspects on the list, but there are also a few cities that genuinely surprised me.

If you have been thinking about making a move, maybe one of the cities on this list could be your next place to call home. You might even find a city you had not considered before that checks all the boxes and could be a great fit for you and your family.

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Let's get right to it. Without further ado, here are the 20 safest cities in Michigan for 2026. From small communities to more familiar names, these are the places that made the list this year.