53543 Zip Code, Highland

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Highland

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 132 / 300 High

Violent Crime 142

42% above national avg

Property Crime 93

7% below national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 53543 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 53543 in Highland, WI has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 132, which is 32% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Highland.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 152, 52% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 57). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 152 (52% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 57 (43% below avg)

53543 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Highland	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	131	+31%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	138	+38%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	146	+46%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	152	+52%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	104	+4%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	57	-43%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	118	+18%	N/A	Moderate

53543 Crime Map

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53543 Demographics & Context

Population

1,933

Median Income

$73,934

Home Value

$160,983

Median Age

Pop. Density

24/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.7%

Graduate Degree 6.8%

Housing

79%

21%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.9%

Black 0.4%

Hispanic 2.3%

Asian 0.6%

53543 Crime Map

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Highland Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 53543, Highland?

Zip code 53543 in Highland, WI has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 132, which is 32% above the national average. Zip code 53543 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Highland.

Is Zip code 53543 a safe neighborhood in Highland?

Zip code 53543 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Highland, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 152), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 57). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Highland.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 53543?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 53543 is Rape, with a crime index of 152 (52% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 53543?

Zip code 53543 has a population of approximately 1,933. The median household income is $73,934. The median home value is $160,983. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 53543 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 53543's overall crime rate is 32% above the national average (index 132 vs 100). Within Highland, 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.