St. Francis, WI Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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48%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

45%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

49%

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}	St. Francis_{/100k people}	Wisconsin_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	117	n/a (estimate)	1,199	1,682	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	5.3	6.3
Rape	3	n/a	30.7	38.6	40.0
Robbery	1	n/a	10.2	39.4	66.1
Assault	16	n/a	164.0	213.7	268.2
Violent crime	20	n/a (estimate)	205	297	370
Burglary	2	n/a	20.5	153.7	269.8
Theft	79	n/a	809.6	981.0	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	16	n/a	164.0	250.3	282.7
Property crime	97	n/a (estimate)	994	1,385	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in St. Francis, WI

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in St. Francis is 48.4% lower than the national average. Specifically, there were 20 violent crimes reported in St. Francis, equivalent to 205 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 44.6%. Additionally, St. Francis recorded 97 property crimes, amounting to 994 per 100,000 people, lower than the national average by 49.1%.

In the most recently reported crime year, St. Francis registered zero reported homicides. This statistic not only designates the area as an exemplar of security but also emanates a profound sense of safety within its community. A minimal incidence of severe violent crime not only fosters a strong sense of well-being among residents but also sets a commendable standard for other regions aiming to cultivate similarly safe surroundings.

Is St. Francis a Safe Place to Live?

Determining whether St. Francis 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, St. Francis has an overall crime rate that is 48% lower than the national average. When we take a look at crime on a daily basis, this translates into 0.32 daily occurrences, comprising 0.05 violent crimes and 0.27 property crimes. Scrutinizing these statistics provides a foundation for a more informed assessment of the suitability of St. Francis as a potential place to establish residency.

Has Crime in St. Francis Increased Since Last Year?

Examining year-over-year crime data provides insights into short-term trends with regards to the crime activity in St. Francis. This analysis involves comparing crime rates from one year to the next, enabling the identification of patterns and fluctuations in crime. Such information proves invaluable to residents seeking to make well-informed decisions about their choice of residence. In the most recent year, compared to the previous one, total crime in St. Francis has decreased by 20.4%. Specifically, violent crime has increased by 185.7%, while property crime has decreased by 30.7%. This data empowers individuals with a clearer understanding of the evolving safety landscape in St. Francis.

Potential Causes for Crime in St. Francis

In areas where employment options are limited or where a significant proportion of jobs offer meager wages, the likelihood of heightened unemployment and homelessness increases. Regions facing challenges related to unemployment or inadequate income may become more vulnerable to a surge in crime stemming from economic instability. While low unemployment rates tend to lead to reduced crime in most areas. St. Francis currently has an unemployment rate of 1.1%, contrasting with the national average of 4.7%. This could be one of many factors that could contribute to a higher or lower crime rate.

St. Francis has a population density of 3739 people per square mile, contrasting with the national average of 90.6 people per square mile. High population density cities are often large urban hubs teeming with diverse economic opportunities. Within these environments, income disparities can become pronounced, leading to higher poverty levels. This economic divide may contribute to an uptick in property crimes and, occasionally, violent crimes. In contrast, areas characterized by low population density typically exhibit lower St. Francis crime rates.

St. Francis has an average rental rate of $750 per month, compared to the national average of $949. In areas with high rental costs, some individuals and families may be forced to live in overcrowded or substandard housing conditions. Overcrowding can lead to increased stress and tension, which may contribute to domestic disputes and related property or violent crimes. Addressing affordable housing and economic mobility can be important strategies for reducing crime in such areas.

St. Francis crime map

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

St. Francis crime rates are 48% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in St. Francis are 45% lower than the national average
In St. Francis you have a 1 in 84 chance of becoming a victim of crime
St. Francis is safer than 56% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in St. Francis has decreased by 20%

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Daily Crime In St. Francis (per 100,000 people)

The above illustration depicts the number of crimes committed daily in St. Francis, per 100,000 residents. In St. Francis, the total number of daily crimes is 1.40 times less than the Wisconsin average and 1.94 times less than the national average. Violent daily crime statistics in St. Francis are 1.45 times less than the Wisconsin average and 1.80 times less than the national average. For property crime, St. Francis has a daily crime rate that is 1.39 times less than the Wisconsin average and 1.97 times less than the daily national average.

How Safe is St. Francis (higher is better)

How safe is St. Francis, Wisconsin compared to other cities in Wisconsin and the rest of the cities across the United States? The graphs above show that St. Francis is safer than 32% of the cities in Wisconsin and 56% of the cities in the United States. These results are calculated by analyzing all cities in Wisconsin and across the US as a whole and determining how many areas have a lower crime rate than St. Francis. Overall, St. Francis is ranked above average compared to all other cities across the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in St. Francis

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in St. Francis is 1 in 488

The chance of being a victim of property crime in St. Francis is 1 in 101

The chance of being a victim of crime in St. Francis is 1 in 84

Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In St. Francis, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 488. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 101 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 St. Francis is 1 in 84.

Year Over Year Crime In St. Francis (per 100,000 people)

Determining whether St. Francis is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. St. Francis violent crime rates have increased by 189%. At the same time, property crime has decreased by 30% year over year. Total crimes for St. Francis has decreased by 20% in the same time frame.

St. Francis police department

Item	St. Francis	Wisconsin	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	26	9,355	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.8	2.4	3.3

There are a total of 26 St. Francis police officers. This results in 2.8 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 15.3% greater than the Wisconsin average and 15.2% 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}
Wind Point, WI	1,833	42	194	236
River Hills, WI	1,441	42	194	236
Caledonia, WI	25,182	36	457	493
Muskego, WI	25,077	47	457	504
Bayside, WI	4,530	0	573	573
Lannon, WI	1,184	102	476	578
Elm Grove, WI	6,156	15	630	645
St. Francis, WI	9,600	205	994	1,199

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Alexandria, KY	9,600	77	1,325	1,402
Rainbow City, AL	9,601	108	1,153	1,261
St. Pete Beach, FL	9,603	91	549	640
Brookdale, NJ	9,604	150	1,048	1,198
Conning Towers Nautilus Park, CT	9,606	169	1,680	1,849
St. Francis, WI	9,600	205	994	1,199

Source: The St. Francis, 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.