54539 Zip Code, Lake Tomahawk

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Lake Tomahawk

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 97 / 300 High
Violent Crime 85
15% below national avg
Property Crime 63
37% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 54539 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 54539 in Lake Tomahawk, WI has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 97, which is 3% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Lake Tomahawk.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 120, 20% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 33). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 120 (20% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 33 (67% below avg)

54539 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
69 -31% Low
Assault
120 +20% Moderate
Robbery
73 -27% Low
Rape
78 -22% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
104 +4% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
53 -47% Low
Vehicle Theft
33 -67% Low

54539 Crime Map

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54539 Demographics & Context

Population
1,814
Median Income
$70,119
Home Value
$335,174
Median Age
54
Pop. Density
27/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 19.2%
Graduate Degree 8.3%

Housing

89%
11%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94%
Black 2.3%
Hispanic 0.9%
Asian 0.4%
54539 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 54539, Lake Tomahawk?

Zip code 54539 in Lake Tomahawk, WI has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 97, which is 3% below the national average. Zip code 54539 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lake Tomahawk.

Is Zip code 54539 a safe neighborhood in Lake Tomahawk?

Zip code 54539 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Lake Tomahawk, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 120), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 33). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Lake Tomahawk.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 54539?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 54539 is Assault, with a crime index of 120 (20% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 54539?

Zip code 54539 has a population of approximately 1,814. The median household income is $70,119. The median home value is $335,174. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 54539 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 54539's overall crime rate is 3% below the national average (index 97 vs 100). Within Lake Tomahawk, 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.