53901 Zip Code, Portage

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Portage

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 128 / 300 High
Violent Crime 125
25% above national avg
Property Crime 134
34% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 53901 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 53901 in Portage, WI has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Portage.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 143, 43% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 114).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 143 (43% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 114 (14% above avg)

53901 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
134 +34% Moderate
Assault
120 +20% Moderate
Robbery
132 +32% Moderate
Rape
114 +14% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
130 +30% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
143 +43% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
128 +28% Moderate

53901 Crime Map

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53901 Demographics & Context

Population
14,653
Median Income
$66,660
Home Value
$224,522
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
97/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.6%
Graduate Degree 7.9%

Housing

63%
37%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.2%
Black 5.6%
Hispanic 4.1%
Asian 1.1%
53901 Crime Map
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Portage Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 53901, Portage?

Zip code 53901 in Portage, WI has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average. Zip code 53901 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Portage.

Is Zip code 53901 a safe neighborhood in Portage?

Zip code 53901 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Portage, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 143), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 114). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Portage.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 53901?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 53901 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 143 (43% 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 53901?

Zip code 53901 has a population of approximately 14,653. The median household income is $66,660. The median home value is $224,522. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 53901 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 53901's overall crime rate is 28% above the national average (index 128 vs 100). Within Portage, 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.