53551 Zip Code, Lake Mills

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Lake Mills

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 100 / 300 High
Violent Crime 89
11% below national avg
Property Crime 116
16% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 53551 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 53551 in Lake Mills, WI has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 100, which is 0% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Lake Mills.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 137, 37% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 58). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 137 (37% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 58 (42% below avg)

53551 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
81 -19% Average
Assault
137 +37% Moderate
Robbery
80 -20% Low
Rape
58 -42% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
126 +26% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
117 +17% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
105 +5% Moderate

53551 Crime Map

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53551 Demographics & Context

Population
8,117
Median Income
$78,828
Home Value
$327,819
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
176/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 24%
Graduate Degree 7.7%

Housing

69%
31%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.1%
Black 0.7%
Hispanic 3.7%
Asian 0.8%
53551 Crime Map
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Lake Mills Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 53551, Lake Mills?

Zip code 53551 in Lake Mills, WI has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 100, which is 0% below the national average. Zip code 53551 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lake Mills.

Is Zip code 53551 a safe neighborhood in Lake Mills?

Zip code 53551 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Lake Mills, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 137), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 58). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Lake Mills.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 53551?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 53551 is Assault, 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 53551?

Zip code 53551 has a population of approximately 8,117. The median household income is $78,828. The median home value is $327,819. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 53551 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 53551's overall crime rate is 0% below the national average (index 100 vs 100). Within Lake Mills, 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.