Mauston, WI Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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5%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

31%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

0%

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}	Mauston_{/100k people}	Wisconsin_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	95	n/a (estimate)	2,212	1,682	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	5.3	6.3
Rape	1	n/a	23.3	38.6	40.0
Robbery	1	n/a	23.3	39.4	66.1
Assault	9	n/a	209.6	213.7	268.2
Violent crime	11	n/a (estimate)	256	297	370
Burglary	2	n/a	46.6	153.7	269.8
Theft	80	n/a	1,863.1	981.0	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	2	n/a	46.6	250.3	282.7
Property crime	84	n/a (estimate)	1,956	1,385	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Mauston, WI

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Mauston crime rate is 4.8% lower than the national average. These incidents are classified into two primary categories: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes include assault, robbery, rape and murder. Whereas property crimes encompass theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In the case of Mauston, there were 11 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 256 per 100,000 individuals, 30.7% lower than the national average. Additionally, Mauston recorded 84 property crimes, amounting to 1956 per 100,000 residents, 0.1% higher than the U.S. average.

When evaluating the Mauston crime rate for every 100,000 residents, it positions itself in the middle range among all cities that reported crime. Our examination of total offenses, spanning both violent and property crimes, indicates that the reported Mauston crime rates closely correspond to the national average reported by other regions.

In the latest reported crime year, Mauston recorded zero homicides. This statistic potentially positions the city as a paragon of security, radiating a profound sense of safety for its residents. A low number of severe violent crimes instills a deep feeling of well-being among its community but also establishes a lofty benchmark for other locales aspiring to foster equally secure environments.

Mauston has a property crime rate that closely mirrors the national average. There were a total of 1956 property crimes in Mauston, 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.

Is Mauston a Safe Place to Live?

Determining whether Mauston is a place to live may not always yield a simple answer, given the city's varying safety levels across different areas. Nonetheless, comprehending the city's overall crime rate can be a valuable asset. In broad terms, Mauston has an overall crime rate that is 5% lower than the national average. When we take a look at crime on a daily basis, this translates into 0.26 daily occurrences, comprising 0.03 violent crimes and 0.23 property crimes. Scrutinizing these statistics provides a foundation for a more informed assessment of the suitability of Mauston as a potential place to establish residency.

Has Crime in Mauston Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Mauston has decreased by 40.3% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Mauston 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 decreased by 8.3%, while property crime has decreased by 42.9%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Mauston.

Potential Causes for Crime in Mauston

In Mauston, the poverty rate currently stands at 18.7%, which contrasts with the national average of 15.1%. It's essential to recognize that the economic status of a city's inhabitants could be a pivotal factor influencing crime stats. Communities grappling with high poverty rates and income inequality are often susceptible to elevated crime levels, as some individuals may turn to unlawful activities to fulfill their essential needs. While lower poverty rates could lead to a reduction in Mauston crime rates.

Mauston has a population density of 974.1 people per square mile, while with the national average is 90.6 people per square mile. Cities characterized by high population density are frequently larger urban centers offering diverse economic prospects. Within these areas, income inequality may be accentuated, resulting in the coexistence of poverty and affluence. Such economic disparities can contribute to elevated property crimes and on occasion, violent crimes. Conversely, areas with low population density generally record lower Mauston crime rates.

In Mauston, the average rental rates are $803 per month, compared to the national average of $949. Rapid increases in rental costs can lead to neighborhood instability as residents are forced to move frequently in search of more affordable housing. This transience can weaken community bonds and hinder the establishment of social support networks, which can indirectly contribute to crime. While affordable rent and areas with higher income per capita, allow for long term renters and community bonds to the formed, therefore reducing crime rates on the long term.

Mauston crime map

The Mauston crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Mauston 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 Mauston crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Mauston 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

Mauston crime rates are 5% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Mauston are 31% lower than the national average
In Mauston you have a 1 in 46 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Mauston is safer than 39% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Mauston has decreased by 39%

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Daily Crime In Mauston (per 100,000 people)

The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Mauston, Wisconsin is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Mauston are 1.32 times more than the Wisconsin average and 1.05 times less than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Mauston are 1.16 times less than than Wisconsin and 1.44 times less than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Mauston are 1.41 times more than than Wisconsin and 1.00 times more than the national average.

How Safe is Mauston (higher is better)

When comparing the safety of Mauston to every other city in Wisconsin, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Mauston safe? The gauges above illustrate that Mauston is safer than 15% of every city located within Wisconsin along with 39% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in Wisconsin and in the United States as a whole. As a result, Mauston, WI is ranked below average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Mauston

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Mauston is 1 in 391

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Mauston is 1 in 52

The chance of being a victim of crime in Mauston is 1 in 46

Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In Mauston, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 391. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 52 chance of being the victim of a property crime such as vehicle theft, personal property theft, and burglary. Your overall risk of becoming a crime victim in Mauston is 1 in 46.

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

The year over year crime rate per 100,000 people for Mauston is an accurate tool for tracking the rise and fall of crime, and in determining if living in Mauston has become safer or more dangerous. The year over year data displayed in the graph shows that violent crimes have decreased by 7% in Mauston, while property crimes in Mauston have decreased by 42%. Total crime has decreased by 39% year over year.

Mauston police department

Item	Mauston	Wisconsin	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	9	9,355	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.0	2.4	3.3

There are a total of 9 Mauston police officers. This results in 2.0 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 15.2% less than the Wisconsin average and 37.7% 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}
Hillsboro, WI	1,357	138	645	783
Elroy, WI	1,387	148	689	837
New Lisbon, WI	2,521	174	811	985
Oakdale, WI	266	366	1,707	2,073
Dellwood, WI	475	395	1,841	2,236
La Valle, WI	365	402	1,874	2,276
Union Center, WI	217	406	1,894	2,300
Mauston, WI	4,354	256	1,956	2,212

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Caldwell, TX	4,354	47	824	871
Harbison Canyon, CA	4,355	321	1,503	1,824
Oak Grove, TN	4,353	465	1,722	2,187
St. Bernard, OH	4,353	381	2,943	3,324
Aubrey, TX	4,352	191	1,067	1,257
Mauston, WI	4,354	256	1,956	2,212

Source: The Mauston, 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.