Adams County Crime & Safety

Adams County, Wisconsin

Safety Score

23/100

Higher = safer

Safety Rating

High Crime

Total Crime Rate

1968.2

per 100K population

Crime Statistics

Violent Crime Rate

342.5

per 100K population

National avg 380.7

Property Crime Rate

1625.7

per 100K population

National avg 1954.4

Safety Score

23/100

Higher = safer

State avg 56/100

State Safety Rank

#64

of 72 counties (1 = safest)

Data Story

About Crime & Safety in Adams County, Wisconsin

Safe Living Below National Averages

Adams County maintains a safety score of 96.9, signaling a secure environment. Its total crime rate of 1968.2 per 100K remains lower than the national average of 2,385.5.

Comparing Adams to the State Average

While safe by national standards, the county's crime rate exceeds the Wisconsin average of 1103.1 per 100K. This puts Adams County slightly below the state's average safety score of 98.3.

Local Safety Comparisons

Adams County experiences slightly more crime than neighboring Burnett County, which reports 1811.5 incidents per 100K. However, it remains significantly safer than Calumet County's rate of 3349.8.

Understanding Local Crime Risks

Property crime drives the local data at 1625.7 per 100K, while violent crime is much lower at 342.5. These figures suggest that theft is a more common concern than physical safety.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Adams County, WI?

Adams County has a total crime rate of 1968.2 per 100,000 residents, based on FBI Uniform Crime Reporting data. This includes both violent crimes (342.5 per 100K) and property crimes (1625.7 per 100K).

Is Adams County, WI safe?

Adams County has a safety score of 23/100, rated "High Crime". A higher safety score indicates lower crime rates relative to other counties nationwide. It ranks #64 out of 72 counties in Wisconsin for safety (1 = safest).

How does Adams County crime compare to the Wisconsin average?

While safe by national standards, the county's crime rate exceeds the Wisconsin average of 1103.1 per 100K. This puts Adams County slightly below the state's average safety score of 98.3.

What types of crime are most common in Adams County?

Property crime drives the local data at 1625.7 per 100K, while violent crime is much lower at 342.5. These figures suggest that theft is a more common concern than physical safety.

How is crime data measured and reported for Adams County?

Crime data for Adams County comes from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program. Local law enforcement agencies submit data on violent crimes (murder, rape, robbery, aggravated assault) and property crimes (burglary, larceny-theft, motor vehicle theft) to the FBI. Rates are calculated per 100,000 residents to allow fair comparison between counties of different sizes. The safety score (0-100) is derived from these rates, with higher scores indicating safer counties.

What is being done about crime in Adams County?

Adams County has a safety score of 23/100, which is below the Wisconsin average of 56/100. Many counties with above-average crime rates invest in community policing, crime prevention programs, neighborhood watch initiatives, and social services aimed at reducing crime over time.