53948 Zip Code, Mauston

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Mauston

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 109 / 300 High
Violent Crime 120
20% above national avg
Property Crime 130
30% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 53948 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 53948 in Mauston, WI has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 109, which is 9% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Mauston.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 136, 36% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 112).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 136 (36% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 112 (12% above avg)

53948 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
117 +17% Moderate
Assault
112 +12% Moderate
Robbery
121 +21% Moderate
Rape
131 +31% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
126 +26% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
136 +36% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
128 +28% Moderate

53948 Crime Map

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53948 Demographics & Context

Population
8,178
Median Income
$61,333
Home Value
$191,276
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
56/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.6%
Graduate Degree 3.8%

Housing

70%
30%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.3%
Black 3.2%
Hispanic 3.8%
Asian 1.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 53948, Mauston?

Zip code 53948 in Mauston, WI has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 109, which is 9% above the national average. Zip code 53948 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Mauston.

Is Zip code 53948 a safe neighborhood in Mauston?

Zip code 53948 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Mauston, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 136), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 112). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Mauston.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 53948?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 53948 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 136 (36% 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 53948?

Zip code 53948 has a population of approximately 8,178. The median household income is $61,333. The median home value is $191,276. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 53948 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 53948's overall crime rate is 9% above the national average (index 109 vs 100). Within Mauston, 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.