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57%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
78%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
53%
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 peopleKaukauna/100k peopleWisconsin/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime174n/a (estimate)1,0061,6822,324
Murder1n/a5.85.36.3
Rape5n/a28.938.640.0
Robbery1n/a5.839.466.1
Assault7n/a40.5213.7268.2
Violent crime14n/a (estimate)81297370
Burglary51n/a295.0153.7269.8
Theft101n/a584.2981.01,401.9
Vehicle theft8n/a46.3250.3282.7
Property crime160n/a (estimate)9251,3851,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Kaukauna, WI

Looking at the most recent crime report, the crime rate in Kaukauna is 56.7% 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 Kaukauna, there were 14 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 81 per 100,000 individuals, 78.1% lower than the national average. Additionally, there were 160 property crimes, amounting to 925 per 100,000 residents, 52.7% lower than the U.S. average.

With only 81 incidents per 100,000 people, Kaukauna boasts an exceptionally low rate of violent crimes, positioning it as one of the safest cities in the United States. Given these low violent crime rates, Kaukauna has become an appealing destination for individuals in search of a secure and welcoming place to establish their new home.

Is Kaukauna a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in Kaukauna, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. Kaukauna presents a total crime rate that is 57% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, Kaukauna experiences an average of 0.48 daily crimes, comprising 0.04 violent incidents and 0.44 property-related offenses. This evaluation offers a comprehensive understanding of the safety landscape, aiding individuals in making informed decisions when considering relocation.

Has Crime in Kaukauna Increased Since Last Year?

Examining year-over-year crime data provides insights into short-term trends with regards to the crime activity in Kaukauna. 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 Kaukauna has increased by 11.5%. Specifically, violent crime has decreased by 12.5%, while property crime has increased by 14.3%. This data empowers individuals with a clearer understanding of the evolving safety landscape in Kaukauna.

Potential Causes for Crime in Kaukauna

Limited employment opportunities or a prevalence of low-wage jobs can result in higher rates of unemployment and underemployment. Regions where individuals grapple with joblessness or meager wages may exhibit greater vulnerability to an uptick in crime due to financial instability. While areas that have strong employment rates, often will see a reduction in overall crime. Kaukauna, for instance, reports an unemployment rate of 1.1%, which differs from the national average of 4.7%.

Escalating cost of living expenses, encompassing exorbitant housing costs, grocery and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards criminal activities, including theft or burglary, as a means of addressing their financial hardships. Conversely, cities characterized by a lower cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, potentially resulting in a reduced crime rate. In Kaukauna, the cost of living is 10.7% lower than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

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 Kaukauna, the average monthly rent stands at $844, while the national average is $949 per month.

Kaukauna crime map



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

      • Kaukauna crime rates are 57% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Kaukauna are 78% lower than the national average
      • In Kaukauna you have a 1 in 100 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Kaukauna is safer than 76% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Kaukauna has increased by 6%

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        Daily Crime In Kaukauna (per 100,000 people)

        The graph above illustrates the number of daily crimes in Kaukauna, WI per 100,000 people. In Kaukauna, the total number of daily crimes is 1.67 times less than the Wisconsin average and 2.31 times less than the national average. The number of daily violent crimes in Kaukauna is 3.67 times less than the Wisconsin average and 4.57 times less than the national average. With regards to property crimes, Kaukauna has a daily crime rate that is 1.50 times less than the Wisconsin average and 2.11 times less than the national average.

        How Safe is Kaukauna (higher is better)

        When comparing the safety of Kaukauna to every other city in Wisconsin, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Kaukauna safe? The gauges above illustrate that Kaukauna is safer than 60% of every city located within Wisconsin along with 76% 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, Kaukauna, WI is ranked above average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Kaukauna

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Kaukauna is 1 in 1235
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Kaukauna is 1 in 109
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Kaukauna is 1 in 100
        Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In Kaukauna, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 1235. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 109 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 Kaukauna is 1 in 100.

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

        The year over year crime rate per 100,000 people for Kaukauna is an accurate tool for tracking the rise and fall of crime, and in determining if living in Kaukauna has become safer or more dangerous. The year over year data displayed in the graph shows that violent crimes have decreased by 16% in Kaukauna, while property crimes in Kaukauna have increased by 9%. Total crime has increased by 6% year over year.

        Kaukauna police department

        Item Kaukauna Wisconsin National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)259,355558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents1.62.43.3
        There are a total of 25 Kaukauna police officers. This results in 1.6 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 32.9% less than the Wisconsin average and 50.7% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Wisconsin

        State Total offenders Wisconsin /100K National /100K
        Wisconsin24,983456266
        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.

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        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Hobart, WI9,4996136142
        Sherwood, WI2,99381376457
        Brillion, WI3,108118501619
        De Pere, WI25,00979583662
        Hilbert, WI1,049130604734
        Black Creek, WI1,377131612743
        Wrightstown, WI3,494143665808
        Kaukauna, WI16,165819251,006

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        Kaukauna, WI16,165819251,006
        Source: The Kaukauna, 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.