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23%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
17%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
31%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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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.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleMenominee/100k peopleMichigan/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime148n/a (estimate)1,7801,9982,324
Murder0n/a0.06.96.3
Rape17n/a204.564.840.0
Robbery0n/a0.036.666.1
Assault19n/a228.5352.7268.2
Violent crime36n/a (estimate)433461370
Burglary20n/a240.6214.3269.8
Theft86n/a1,034.41,055.31,401.9
Vehicle theft6n/a72.2267.2282.7
Property crime112n/a (estimate)1,3471,5371,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Menominee, MI

Looking at the most recent crime report, the crime rate in Menominee is 23.4% lower than the national average. These crimes fall into two primary categories: violent and property. Violent crimes encompass murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes involve theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In Menominee, there were 36 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 433 per 100,000 individuals, 17.1% higher than the national average. Additionally, there were 112 property crimes, amounting to 1347 per 100,000 residents, 31.1% lower than the U.S. average.

In the latest reported crime year, Menominee 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.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Menominee?

AreaVibes surveyed 9 local residents in Menominee to gauge the safety of the area. Based on the results, 67% of people answered that there was very little crime in Menominee and that they felt very comfortable walking alone at night. Another 33% of people responded that there was far too much crime and they would be hesitant to walk the streets alone at night. Keep in mind that the opinions of residents may vary depending on which area they live in.

Is Menominee a Safe Place to Live?

Is Menominee a safe place to live? While the answer may not be straightforward due to variations in safety levels across the city, gaining an understanding of the overall crime rate can prove to be advantageous. In general, Menominee has a crime rate that is lower than the national average by 23%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 0.41 daily incidents, encompassing 0.1 violent crimes and 0.31 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Menominee as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in Menominee Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows residents and potential residents to assess the crime in Menominee. A decrease in crime rates may indicate improving safety, while an increase could raise concerns. The year-over-year crime rate in Menominee has decreased by 8.6%. Violent crimes have increased by 2.9%, while property crimes have decreased by 11.8%. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, authorities and communities can identify trends and patterns in criminal activity. This helps in understanding whether crime is increasing, decreasing, or remaining stable over time.

Potential Causes for Crime in Menominee

The economic prosperity of a city's inhabitants exerts substantial influence on crime stats. Elevated poverty rates and income inequality can precipitate heightened criminal activity, as individuals may turn to illicit means to fulfill their fundamental requirements. While lower poverty rates could lead to lower Menominee crime rates. In Menominee, the poverty rate stands at 15.1%, diverging from the national average of 15.1%.

If employment opportunities are limited or if many jobs offer low wages, it can lead to higher rates of unemployment and underemployment, which could lead to an increase in Menominee crime rates. Areas where individuals struggle with unemployment or low wages, may be more susceptible to an increase in criminal activities as a result of financial insecurity. While lower rates of unemployment or a surplus of job opportunities could lead to a decrease in crime as their basic needs are being met. Menominee has an unemployment rate of 3.8%, compared to a national average of 4.7%.

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 Menominee, 87.5% of residents have successfully graduated from high school, in contrast to the national average where 83% have achieved high school graduation.

Menominee crime map



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

      • Menominee crime rates are 23% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Menominee are 17% higher than the national average
      • In Menominee you have a 1 in 57 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Menominee is safer than 29% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Menominee has decreased by 13%

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        Daily Crime In Menominee (per 100,000 people)

        The graph above looks at the comparison of crimes committed in Menominee on a daily basis (per 100,000 people) to crimes committed throughout the state of Michigan and the USA. According to the latest crime statistics, daily crimes in Menominee (which include property crimes as well as violent crimes), when compared to Michigan, are 1.12 times less than the state average and 1.31 times less than than national average. Violent crimes committed in Menominee on a daily basis are 1.06 times less than than Michigan average and 1.17 times more than the average nationwide. Daily property crime rates in Menominee are 1.14 times less than the daily state average and 1.45 times less than the daily national numbers.

        How Safe is Menominee (higher is better)

        How safe is Menominee, Michigan compared to other cities in Michigan and the rest of the cities across the United States? The graphs above show that Menominee is safer than 26% of the cities in Michigan and 29% of the cities in the United States. These results are calculated by analyzing all cities in Michigan and across the US as a whole and determining how many areas have a lower crime rate than Menominee. Overall, Menominee is ranked below average compared to all other cities across the United States.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Menominee

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Menominee is 1 in 231
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Menominee is 1 in 75
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Menominee is 1 in 57
        Are you at risk of becoming a victim of crime in Menominee, Michigan? If you reside in Menominee, then there is a 1 in 231 chance that you will experience a violent crime. These types of crimes may include homicide, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. Your risk of being a victim of property crime is 1 in 75. These types of crime include burglary, petty theft, and theft of motor vehicles. Altogether, there is a 1 in 57 risk that you will become a victim of crime in Menominee.

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

        An analysis of year to year crime rates in Menominee, Michigan (per 100,000 people) is a useful indicator of whether the area is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live. The amount of violent crime in Menominee has decreased by 2%, the amount of property crime in Menominee has decreased by 16%, and the total amount of crime in Menominee has decreased by 13% year over year.

        Menominee police department

        Item Menominee Michigan National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)1410,515558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents1.62.13.3
        There are a total of 14 Menominee police officers. This results in 1.6 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 21% less than the Michigan average and 49.8% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Michigan

        State Total offenders Michigan /100K National /100K
        Michigan40,460414266
        There are a total of 40,460 sex offenders in Michigan. This yields a total of 414 sex offenders in Michigan per 100,000 residents which is 56% 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
        Peshtigo, WI3,3411828471,028
        Marinette, WI10,5663991,9162,315
        Menominee, MI8,0794331,3471,780

        Cities with similar population

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Madison Park, NJ8,0791931,3451,538
        Bloomingdale, NJ8,08066302368
        Larkfield-Wikiup, CA8,0803641,7062,070
        Ludington, MI8,0813218861,207
        Ephrata, WA8,0812365,0805,316
        Menominee, MI8,0794331,3471,780
        Source: The Menominee, MI 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.