54487 Zip Code, Tomahawk

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Tomahawk

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 138 / 300 High
Violent Crime 117
17% above national avg
Property Crime 90
10% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 54487 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 54487 in Tomahawk, WI has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 138, which is 38% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Tomahawk.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 138, 38% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 77). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 138 (38% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 77 (23% below avg)

54487 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
117 +17% Moderate
Assault
138 +38% Moderate
Robbery
89 -11% Average
Rape
125 +25% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
113 +13% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
79 -21% Low
Vehicle Theft
77 -23% Low

54487 Crime Map

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54487 Demographics & Context

Population
7,878
Median Income
$65,144
Home Value
$293,966
Median Age
51
Pop. Density
25/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.4%
Graduate Degree 7.5%

Housing

84%
16%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.6%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 1.1%
Asian 0.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 54487, Tomahawk?

Zip code 54487 in Tomahawk, WI has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 138, which is 38% above the national average. Zip code 54487 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Tomahawk.

Is Zip code 54487 a safe neighborhood in Tomahawk?

Zip code 54487 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Tomahawk, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 138), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 77). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Tomahawk.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 54487?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 54487 is Assault, with a crime index of 138 (38% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 54487?

Zip code 54487 has a population of approximately 7,878. The median household income is $65,144. The median home value is $293,966. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 54487 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 54487's overall crime rate is 38% above the national average (index 138 vs 100). Within Tomahawk, 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.