54556 Zip Code, Prentice

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Prentice

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 125 / 300 High
Violent Crime 135
35% above national avg
Property Crime 108
8% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 54556 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 54556 in Prentice, WI has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Prentice.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 157, 57% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 80). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 157 (57% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 80 (20% below avg)

54556 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
125 +25% Moderate
Assault
116 +16% Moderate
Robbery
141 +41% Moderate
Rape
157 +57% High
Property Crime
Burglary
147 +47% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
80 -20% Low
Vehicle Theft
96 -4% Average

54556 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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54556 Demographics & Context

Population
1,196
Median Income
$52,617
Home Value
$118,970
Median Age
47
Pop. Density
11/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.1%
Graduate Degree 2.2%

Housing

82%
18%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.8%
Black 0.6%
Hispanic 1.5%
Asian 0.3%
54556 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 54556, Prentice?

Zip code 54556 in Prentice, WI has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average. Zip code 54556 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Prentice.

Is Zip code 54556 a safe neighborhood in Prentice?

Zip code 54556 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Prentice, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 157), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 80). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Prentice.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 54556?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 54556 is Rape, with a crime index of 157 (57% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 54556?

Zip code 54556 has a population of approximately 1,196. The median household income is $52,617. The median home value is $118,970. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 54556 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 54556's overall crime rate is 25% above the national average (index 125 vs 100). Within Prentice, 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.