54452 Zip Code, Merrill

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Merrill

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average

Low 88 / 300 High

Violent Crime 105

5% above national avg

Property Crime 108

8% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 54452 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 54452 in Merrill, WI has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 88, which is 12% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Merrill.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 125, 25% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 78).

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 125 (25% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Assault · Index 78 (22% below avg)

54452 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Merrill	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	103	+3%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	78	-22%	N/A	Low
Robbery	113	+13%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	125	+25%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	112	+12%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	107	+7%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	104	+4%	N/A	Moderate

54452 Crime Map

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54452 Demographics & Context

Population

18,942

Median Income

$68,463

Home Value

$207,306

Median Age

Pop. Density

43/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.9%

Graduate Degree 5.9%

Housing

77%

23%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.3%

Black 0.9%

Hispanic 1.8%

Asian 1.2%

54452 Crime Map

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Merrill Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 54452, Merrill?

Zip code 54452 in Merrill, WI has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 88, which is 12% below the national average. Zip code 54452 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Merrill.

Is Zip code 54452 a safe neighborhood in Merrill?

Zip code 54452 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Merrill, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 125), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 78). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Merrill.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 54452?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 54452 is Rape, with a crime index of 125 (25% 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 54452?

Zip code 54452 has a population of approximately 18,942. The median household income is $68,463. The median home value is $207,306. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 54452 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 54452's overall crime rate is 12% below the national average (index 88 vs 100). Within Merrill, 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.