Crime Safety Grade

A+

Waunakee, WI Crime Rate

Lower crime than 96% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Waunakee Safe?

With an overall crime index of 40, Waunakee has a 60% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 532. 100% of Waunakee neighborhoods are rated A or B for safety, while 0% have high crime rates.

Crime Index Comparison

Waunakee
40
Wisconsin Avg
104
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
40
60% below average
Violent Crime
47
53% below average
Property Crime
53
47% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Waunakee

1 in 532

Property crime: 1 in 472

Where Is It Safe in Waunakee?

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Waunakee Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Murder · 26% below avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 68% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 74 ▼ 26%
Assault Violent 33 ▼ 67%
Robbery Violent 34 ▼ 66%
Burglary Property 32 ▼ 68%
Larceny / Theft Property 65 ▼ 35%
Vehicle Theft Property 61 ▼ 39%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Waunakee Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 North Ridge Estates A+ 40

Waunakee Crime by Zip Code

53597
A+ Index: 34

Waunakee Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
13,903
Median Income
$114,983
Home Value
$361,278
Median Rent
$1,022
Home Ownership
78%

Racial Demographics

White
93.6%
Black
1.2%
Hispanic
2.8%
Asian
2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Waunakee?
Waunakee has an overall crime index of 40, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Waunakee are rated A or B for safety.
Is Waunakee safe to live in?
Waunakee has a crime safety grade of A+. Very low or no crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Waunakee?
The safest neighborhoods in Waunakee based on crime data include North Ridge Estates. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Waunakee crime compare to the national average?
Waunakee's overall crime index is 40 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 60% lower than the typical US city.

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