Phillips, WI Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 94% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Phillips Safe?
Yes — Phillips is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Phillips has a crime rate that is 50% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 520.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 520
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
50% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 153
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
64% lower than national average
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Phillips Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
50 | -50% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
51 | -49% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
44 | -56% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
61 | -39% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
57 | -43% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
27 | -73% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
39 | -61% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Phillips Crime Map
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Phillips Crime by Zip Code
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Phillips Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Phillips, WI?
Phillips, WI has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 50% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 520 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 153 chance for property crime. Phillips has lower crime than 94% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Phillips, WI safe to live in?
Phillips is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Phillips is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Phillips?
The estimated violent crime rate in Phillips is 192.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 50% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 520 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.5 per 100K (50% below average); aggravated assault at 136.5 per 100K (49% below average); robbery at 32.6 per 100K (56% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Phillips?
The estimated property crime rate in Phillips is 654.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 64% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 153 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 153.2 per 100K (43% below average); larceny/theft at 377.4 per 100K (73% below average); vehicle theft at 123.4 per 100K (61% below average).
How does Phillips crime compare to the national average?
Phillips's overall crime rate is 50% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is rape (39% below average), while larceny/theft is 73% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Phillips has lower crime than 94% of them.
Is Phillips safe to visit?
Phillips is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 64% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Phillips crime compare to the rest of Wisconsin?
Wisconsin as a whole has crime that is 4% above the national average. Phillips's crime rate is 50% below the national average, making it safer the typical Wisconsin city.
What type of crime is most common in Phillips?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Phillips, with an estimated rate of 377.4 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 73% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (654 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (192 per 100K) in Phillips, which is consistent with national trends.