Crime Safety Grade

B

Racine, WI Crime Rate

Higher crime than 70% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 59+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Racine Safe?

With an overall crime index of 127, Racine has a 27% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 208. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Shoop Park earning an A+ grade while Valley Flats rates D.

Crime Index Comparison

Racine
127
Wisconsin Avg
104
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
127
27% above average
Violent Crime
120
20% above average
Property Crime
138
38% above average
Safe Areas
83%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Racine

1 in 208

Property crime: 1 in 181

Where Is It Safe in Racine?

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Racine Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 44% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 12% above avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 130 ▲ 30%
Assault Violent 118 ▲ 18%
Robbery Violent 112 ▲ 12%
Burglary Property 128 ▲ 28%
Larceny / Theft Property 144 ▲ 44%
Vehicle Theft Property 140 ▲ 40%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Racine Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 H.F. Johnson Park A+ 6
2 Shoop Park A+ 7
3 Elmwood A 62
4 Greenbriar A 40
5 Manree Park A 52
6 Tanges Terrace A 55
7 Wolff's Town A 102
8 Country Club Acres A 87
9 Regency Mall A 59
10 Fox Estates A 56
11 Maple Grove A 131
12 Buhler Heights A 87
13 Garden City A 85
14 Wustum Park A 70
15 Shorecrest A 103
16 Humble Park A 100
17 West Racine A- 90
18 The 12th Ward A- 102
19 Hickory Grove A- 110
20 Hickory Ridge A- 149
21 Westown Heights A- 152
22 Kinzie Heights A- 117
23 Georgetown A- 86
24 The 13th Ward A- 117
25 Prospect Heights A- 104
26 Horlick Heights B+ 124
27 Riverbrook B+ 103
28 Cedar Bend B+ 98
29 The 19th Ward B+ 120
30 The Upper 25th Ward B+ 150
31 The Lower First Ward B+ 153
32 Olsen Industrial Park B+ 158
33 Rapids Bluff B+ 161
34 River Bluff Estates B+ 161
35 John H. Batten Airport B+ 161
36 Greater Oak Park B 139
37 Island Park B 160
38 The 14th Ward B 155
39 Oakes Area B 164
40 Regency Pointe B 164
41 Highridge B 128
42 Green Crest B 193
43 Slausondale B 155
44 Sage Town B 135
45 Westgate Highlands B 191
46 Riverview B 129
47 Rubberville Oak Park B- 159
48 Uptown (The Junction) B- 145
49 Kenneth L. Huck Industrial Park B- 178
50 Towerview C+ 139
51 Reservoir Park C+ 199
52 The 9th Ward C+ 167
53 Roosevelt C- 198
54 Airport Park C- 191
55 Amaranth Meadows C- 189
56 The 11th Ward C- 176
57 Downtown D+ 184
58 Midtown D 179
59 Valley Flats D 182

Racine Crime by Zip Code

53402
A Index: 66
53406
A Index: 70
53405
A- Index: 105
53403
A- Index: 123
53404
B+ Index: 120

Racine Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
134,679
Median Income
$44,346
Home Value
$116,003
Median Rent
$860
Home Ownership
52%

Racial Demographics

White
67.5%
Black
18.2%
Hispanic
18.1%
Asian
1.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Racine?
Racine has an overall crime index of 127, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 83% of neighborhoods in Racine are rated A or B for safety.
Is Racine safe to live in?
Racine has a crime safety grade of B. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Racine?
The safest neighborhoods in Racine based on crime data include Shoop Park, H.F. Johnson Park, Elmwood, Greenbriar, and Manree Park. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Racine crime compare to the national average?
Racine's overall crime index is 127 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 27% higher than the typical US city.

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