Taylor, WI Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 98% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Taylor Safe?
Yes — Taylor is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Taylor has a crime rate that is 52% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 565.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 565
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
54% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 129
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
58% lower than national average
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Taylor 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
|
51 | -49% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
42 | -58% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
59 | -41% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
55 | -45% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
52 | -48% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
35 | -65% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
44 | -56% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Taylor Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Taylor, WI?
Taylor, WI has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 52% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 565 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 129 chance for property crime. Taylor has lower crime than 98% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Taylor, WI safe to live in?
Taylor 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 Taylor is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Taylor?
The estimated violent crime rate in Taylor is 177.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 54% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 565 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.6 per 100K (49% below average); aggravated assault at 111.9 per 100K (58% below average); robbery at 43.9 per 100K (41% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Taylor?
The estimated property crime rate in Taylor is 775.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 58% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 129 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 141.6 per 100K (48% below average); larceny/theft at 492.1 per 100K (65% below average); vehicle theft at 141.8 per 100K (56% below average).
How does Taylor crime compare to the national average?
Taylor's overall crime rate is 52% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is robbery (41% below average), while larceny/theft is 65% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Taylor has lower crime than 98% of them.
Is Taylor safe to visit?
Taylor is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 58% 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 Taylor crime compare to the rest of Wisconsin?
Wisconsin as a whole has crime that is 4% above the national average. Taylor's crime rate is 52% below the national average, making it safer the typical Wisconsin city.
What type of crime is most common in Taylor?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Taylor, with an estimated rate of 492.1 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 65% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (776 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (177 per 100K) in Taylor, which is consistent with national trends.