Greenville, WI Crime Rate & Safety

Grade: A+

Lower crime than 100% of major U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026

56%
Below Avg Crime
1 in 48
Violent Crime Risk
1 in 5
Property Crime Risk

Is Greenville Safe?

Yes — Greenville is extremely safe

One of the safest cities in the country, with crime rates significantly below the national average.

Greenville has a crime rate that is 56% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 48.

Crime Index Comparison

Greenville
44
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.

Your Chance of Being a Victim

High Risk

Violent Crime

1 in 48

chance per year

National average: 1 in 263

450% higher than national average

High Risk

Property Crime

1 in 5

chance per year

National average: 1 in 55

1070% higher than national average

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Greenville Crime Breakdown

Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.

Highest Risk
Robbery · 1635% above avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 56% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
1290 +1190% Very High
Assault
133 +33% Moderate
Robbery
1735 +1635% Very High
Rape
1157 +1057% Very High
Property Crime
Burglary
44 -56% Low
Larceny / Theft
1157 +1057% Very High
Vehicle Theft
1601 +1501% Very High

Violent vs Property Crime

Crime Index by Category

Greenville Crime Map

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Greenville Crime by Zip Code

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Greenville Demographics & Context

Population
0

Racial Demographics

Hispanic / Latino 1.9%
White 95.7%
Black 0.6%
Asian 1.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Greenville, WI?

Greenville, WI has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 56% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 48 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 5 chance for property crime. Greenville has lower crime than 100% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).

Is Greenville, WI safe to live in?

Greenville 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 Greenville is strongly recommended.

What is the violent crime rate in Greenville?

The estimated violent crime rate in Greenville is 2,093.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 450% higher than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 48 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 64.5 per 100K (1190% above average); aggravated assault at 357.9 per 100K (33% above average); robbery at 1,282.1 per 100K (1635% above average).

What is the property crime rate in Greenville?

The estimated property crime rate in Greenville is 21,440.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 1070% higher than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 5 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 120.0 per 100K (56% below average); larceny/theft at 16,214.8 per 100K (1057% above average); vehicle theft at 5,105.5 per 100K (1501% above average).

How does Greenville crime compare to the national average?

Greenville's overall crime rate is 56% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is robbery (1635% above average), while burglary is 56% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Greenville has lower crime than 100% of them.

Is Greenville safe to visit?

Greenville is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 1070% above 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 Greenville crime compare to the rest of Wisconsin?

Wisconsin as a whole has crime that is 4% above the national average. Greenville's crime rate is 56% below the national average, making it safer the typical Wisconsin city.

What type of crime is most common in Greenville?

Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Greenville, with an estimated rate of 16,214.8 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 1057% above the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (21,440 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (2,093 per 100K) in Greenville, which is consistent with national trends.

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