Denmark, WI Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 96% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Denmark Safe?
Yes — Denmark is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Denmark has a crime rate that is 51% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 414.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 414
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
37% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 256
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
79% lower than national average
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Denmark Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
57 | -43% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
52 | -48% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
92 | -8% | Average | |
|
Rape
|
93 | -7% | Average | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
40 | -60% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
12 | -88% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
37 | -63% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Denmark Crime Map
Neighborhood-level crime heatmap. Click any area for details.
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Denmark Crime by Zip Code
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Denmark Demographics & Context
Racial Demographics
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Denmark, WI?
Denmark, WI has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 51% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 414 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 256 chance for property crime. Denmark has lower crime than 96% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Denmark, WI safe to live in?
Denmark is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Denmark is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Denmark?
The estimated violent crime rate in Denmark is 241.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 37% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 414 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.8 per 100K (43% below average); aggravated assault at 139.3 per 100K (48% below average); robbery at 68.1 per 100K (8% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Denmark?
The estimated property crime rate in Denmark is 390.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 79% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 256 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 108.4 per 100K (60% below average); larceny/theft at 165.1 per 100K (88% below average); vehicle theft at 117.0 per 100K (63% below average).
How does Denmark crime compare to the national average?
Denmark's overall crime rate is 51% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is rape (7% below average), while larceny/theft is 88% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Denmark has lower crime than 96% of them.
Is Denmark safe to visit?
Denmark is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 79% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Denmark crime compare to the rest of Wisconsin?
Wisconsin as a whole has crime that is 4% above the national average. Denmark's crime rate is 51% below the national average, making it safer the typical Wisconsin city.
What type of crime is most common in Denmark?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Denmark, with an estimated rate of 165.1 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 88% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (391 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (242 per 100K) in Denmark, which is consistent with national trends.