Reedsburg, WI Crime Rate & Safety

Grade: A

Lower crime than 95% of major U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026

50%
Below Avg Crime
1 in 489
Violent Crime Risk
1 in 69
Property Crime Risk

Is Reedsburg Safe?

Yes — Reedsburg is very safe

A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.

Reedsburg has a crime rate that is 50% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 489.

Crime Index Comparison

Reedsburg
50
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.

Your Chance of Being a Victim

Violent Crime

1 in 489

chance per year

National average: 1 in 263

46% lower than national average

Property Crime

1 in 69

chance per year

National average: 1 in 55

21% lower than national average

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Reedsburg Crime Breakdown

Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 25% below avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 48% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
57 -43% Low
Assault
52 -48% Low
Robbery
57 -43% Low
Rape
58 -42% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
65 -35% Low
Larceny / Theft
75 -25% Low
Vehicle Theft
73 -27% Low

Violent vs Property Crime

Crime Index by Category

Reedsburg Crime Map

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Reedsburg Crime by Zip Code

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Reedsburg Demographics & Context

Population
9,508
Median Income
$58,772
Home Value
$146,913
Median Rent
$744
Ownership
62%

Racial Demographics

Hispanic / Latino 4.7%
White 93.3%
Black 0.7%
Asian 0.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Reedsburg, WI?

Reedsburg, 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 489 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 69 chance for property crime. Reedsburg has lower crime than 95% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).

Is Reedsburg, WI safe to live in?

Reedsburg 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 Reedsburg is strongly recommended.

What is the violent crime rate in Reedsburg?

The estimated violent crime rate in Reedsburg is 204.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 46% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 489 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.9 per 100K (43% below average); aggravated assault at 139.9 per 100K (48% below average); robbery at 42.2 per 100K (43% below average).

What is the property crime rate in Reedsburg?

The estimated property crime rate in Reedsburg is 1,455.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 21% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 69 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 175.2 per 100K (35% below average); larceny/theft at 1,048.3 per 100K (25% below average); vehicle theft at 232.1 per 100K (27% below average).

How does Reedsburg crime compare to the national average?

Reedsburg's overall crime rate is 50% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is larceny/theft (25% below average), while assault is 48% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Reedsburg has lower crime than 95% of them.

Is Reedsburg safe to visit?

Reedsburg is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 21% 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 Reedsburg crime compare to the rest of Wisconsin?

Wisconsin as a whole has crime that is 4% above the national average. Reedsburg's crime rate is 50% below the national average, making it safer the typical Wisconsin city.

What type of crime is most common in Reedsburg?

Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Reedsburg, with an estimated rate of 1,048.3 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 25% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,456 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (205 per 100K) in Reedsburg, which is consistent with national trends.

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