Beloit, WI Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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17%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

65%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

8%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Beloit_{/100k people}	Wisconsin_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	998	n/a (estimate)	2,713	1,682	2,324
Murder	3	n/a	8.2	5.3	6.3
Rape	22	n/a	59.8	38.6	40.0
Robbery	26	n/a	70.7	39.4	66.1
Assault	174	n/a	473.0	213.7	268.2
Violent crime	225	n/a (estimate)	612	297	370
Burglary	98	n/a	266.4	153.7	269.8
Theft	568	n/a	1,544.2	981.0	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	107	n/a	290.9	250.3	282.7
Property crime	773	n/a (estimate)	2,101	1,385	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Beloit, WI

The Beloit crime rates are 16.7% higher than the national average. There are two main categories of crime - violent crime and property crime. Violent crime consists of murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. There were a total of 225 violent crimes in Beloit (612 per 100,000 people), which is 65.4% higher than the national average and there were a total of 773 property crimes (2101 per 100,000 residents) which is 7.5% higher than average.

Beloit has a property crime rate that closely mirrors the national average. There were a total of 2101 property crimes in Beloit, while the national average was 1954 per 100,000 people. This results in the area being no safer or more dangerous than the average city.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Beloit?

What do the local residents think about crime in Beloit? Well, based on a recent survey of 29 people (conducted by AreaVibes), 34% of Beloit residents said that there was virtually no crime and that they felt safe walking at night. Another 66% of respondents said that there was too much crime in the area and they did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Beloit a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Beloit is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Beloit has a total crime rate that is 17% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 2.73 daily crimes (0.62 violent daily crimes and 2.12 daily property crimes) in Beloit.

Has Crime in Beloit Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Beloit has decreased by 5% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Beloit is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. Crime rates are categorized by violent and property crime. Year-over-year violent crime has increased by 4.7%, while property crime has decreased by 7.5%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Beloit.

Potential Causes for Crime in Beloit

Beloit reports an unemployment rate of 4.9%, contrasting with the national average of 4.7%. Constrained employment opportunities or a prevalence of low-paying positions can contribute to elevated rates of unemployment and underemployment. Areas where individuals contend with joblessness or insufficient wages may display heightened susceptibility to an increase in criminal activities attributed to economic insecurity. Conversely, regions characterized by robust employment rates often witness a decrease in overall Beloit crime rates.

The educational level achieved in any given city can influence crime rates significantly. Greater educational achievement is frequently associated with decreased crime rates, as it offers individuals improved job prospects and alternatives to engaging in crime related activities. Conversely, lower educational attainment rates tend to coincide with elevated crime rates. In Beloit, 74.6% of residents have successfully graduated from high school, in contrast to the national average where 83% have achieved high school graduation.

Elevated rental costs can generate economic strain for both individuals and families, particularly those with restricted financial means. When a substantial proportion of one's income is allocated to housing costs, it often leaves limited resources for fulfilling other crucial necessities such as groceries, healthcare and education. This financial pressure can fuel desperation, potentially prompting individuals to resort to criminal actions, including theft or fraud, as a means of coping with their financial hardships. In Beloit, the average monthly rent stands at $825, while the national average is $949 per month.

Beloit crime map

The Beloit crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Beloit as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Beloit crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Beloit crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.

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Crime Quick Facts

Beloit crime rates are 17% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Beloit are 65% higher than the national average
In Beloit you have a 1 in 37 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Beloit is safer than 14% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Beloit has decreased by 6%

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Daily Crime In Beloit (per 100,000 people)

The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in Beloit for every 100,000 residents. The Beloit total amount of daily crime is 1.61 times more than the Wisconsin average and 1.17 times more than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in Beloit, is 2.06 times more than the Wisconsin average, and it is 1.65 times more than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that Beloit has a daily crime average that is 1.52 times more than the Wisconsin average and 1.08 times more than the daily national rate.

How Safe is Beloit (higher is better)

What are the odds that you'll be safer in Beloit, Wisconsin compared to other areas of Wisconsin, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is Beloit safe? In the graphs above, it shows that Beloit is safer than 3% of Wisconsin cities, and 14% compared to all other cities across America. These statistics are calculated by taking a closer look at each city's crime rate in Wisconsin, as well as the rest of the US. It is then determined which cities see less crime than Beloit. At this time, Beloit sees a below average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Beloit

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Beloit is 1 in 164

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Beloit is 1 in 48

The chance of being a victim of crime in Beloit is 1 in 37

Wondering what the chances are that you fall victim to a crime in Beloit? In Beloit, WI you have a 1 in 164 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery and assault. With regards to property crime, you have a 1 in 48 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and motor vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 37 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Beloit.

Year Over Year Crime In Beloit (per 100,000 people)

Determining whether Beloit is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Beloit violent crime rates have increased by 4%. At the same time, property crime has decreased by 8% year over year. Total crimes for Beloit has decreased by 6% in the same time frame.

Beloit police department

Item	Beloit	Wisconsin	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	81	9,355	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.2	2.4	3.3

There are a total of 81 Beloit police officers. This results in 2.2 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 8.4% less than the Wisconsin average and 32.7% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Wisconsin

State	Total offenders	Wisconsin_/100K	National_/100K
Wisconsin	24,983	456	266

There are a total of 24,983 sex offenders in Wisconsin. This yields a total of 456 sex offenders in Wisconsin per 100,000 residents which is 71% greater than the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Sharon, WI	1,613	0	126	126
Timberlane, IL	1,158	62	362	424
Roscoe, IL	10,632	55	546	601
Orfordville, WI	1,450	124	576	700
Capron, IL	1,656	140	824	964
Clinton, WI	1,994	92	918	1,010
Rockton, IL	7,710	90	1,111	1,202
Beloit, WI	36,804	612	2,101	2,713

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Lake Worth, FL	36,838	693	2,276	2,969
San Juan, TX	36,759	271	1,930	2,201
Clermont, FL	36,757	155	1,249	1,404
Winter Springs, FL	36,859	213	1,286	1,498
Waxahachie, TX	36,735	249	1,627	1,876
Beloit, WI	36,804	612	2,101	2,713

Source: The Beloit, WI crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.