Burnett County Crime & Safety
Burnett County, Wisconsin
FBI UCRSafety Score
26/100
Higher = safer
Safety Rating
High Crime
Total Crime Rate
1811.5
per 100K population
Crime Statistics
Violent Crime Rate
277.8
per 100K population
National avg 380.7
Property Crime Rate
1533.7
per 100K population
National avg 1954.4
Safety Score
26/100
Higher = safer
State avg 56/100
State Safety Rank
#62
of 72 counties (1 = safest)
Data Story
About Crime & Safety in Burnett County, Wisconsin
Secure Living in Burnett County
Burnett County maintains a solid safety score of 97.1, indicating a secure community. The total crime rate of 1811.5 per 100K remains well below the national mark of 2,385.5.
Burnett Compared to the State
Burnett's crime rate is higher than the Wisconsin average of 1103.1 per 100K. Consequently, its safety score sits slightly below the statewide average of 98.3.
Middle Tier of Regional Safety
The county is safer than nearby Ashland County but reports more crime than Barron County's low rate of 754.0. It falls into the middle tier of safety for North-Central Wisconsin.
Property Concerns Top the List
Property crimes make up the bulk of local reports at 1533.7 per 100K, while violent crime is 277.8. Residents should focus primarily on preventing theft and burglary.
Simple Steps for a Safer Home
Visible security measures can deter potential property crimes in Burnett County. Simple additions like deadbolts and window sensors provide peace of mind for local homeowners.
Crime Advisory: Burnett County
Safety Verdict
Burnett County has a safety score of 26/100, indicating a higher crime area with moderate overall crime (1811.5 incidents per 100,000 residents, 2022 data).
Violent vs. Property Crime
Violent crime stands at 277.8 per 100K and property crime at 1533.7 per 100K (2022 data). In this county, property crime dominates.
Data Coverage
This data reflects partial coverage from 4 law enforcement agencies in Burnett County for 2022. Figures may underrepresent actual crime levels due to incomplete reporting.
State Comparison
Compared to the rest of Wisconsin, total crime is 64% above the Wisconsin average and its safety score is 30 points below the state mean.
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Data Sources
Crime data sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer (UCR) and County Health Rankings. Safety scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Not legal or security advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.