53916 Zip Code, Beaver Dam

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Beaver Dam

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 92 / 300 High
Violent Crime 92
8% below national avg
Property Crime 123
23% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 53916 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 53916 in Beaver Dam, WI has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 92, which is 8% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Beaver Dam.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 137, 37% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 72). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 137 (37% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 72 (28% below avg)

53916 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Beaver Dam city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
106 +6% Moderate
Assault
107 +7% Moderate
Robbery
84 -16% Average
Rape
72 -28% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
110 +10% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
137 +37% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
123 +23% Moderate

53916 Crime Map

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53916 Demographics & Context

Population
21,941
Median Income
$69,124
Home Value
$227,688
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
194/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.3%
Graduate Degree 6.4%

Housing

60%
40%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.2%
Black 0.9%
Hispanic 8.7%
Asian 1.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 53916, Beaver Dam?

Zip code 53916 in Beaver Dam, WI has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 92, which is 8% below the national average. Zip code 53916 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Beaver Dam.

Is Zip code 53916 a safe neighborhood in Beaver Dam?

Zip code 53916 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Beaver Dam, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 137), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 72). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Beaver Dam.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 53916?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 53916 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 137 (37% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 53916?

Zip code 53916 has a population of approximately 21,941. The median household income is $69,124. The median home value is $227,688. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 53916 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 53916's overall crime rate is 8% below the national average (index 92 vs 100). Within Beaver Dam, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.