Fitchburg, WI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Fitchburg Police Department serves the city of Fitchburg, WI in Dane County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,756 violent crimes and 2,479 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 108.0 per 100k residents, which is 1.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 133.5 per 100k, 18.4% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 15 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate108.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,756 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate3.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents76 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate15.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents366 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate133.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,479 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate31.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents389 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate92.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,740 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate9.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents344 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 108.0 | C | 1756 | 106.2 | +1.7% |
| Property Crime | 133.5 | B | 2479 | 163.6 | -18.4% |
| Robbery | 3.2 | A | 76 | 5.8 | -45.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 15.9 | B | 366 | 22.3 | -28.6% |
| Burglary | 31.8 | D | 389 | 24.0 | +32.3% |
| Larceny | 92.2 | B | 1740 | 116.4 | -20.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 9.5 | A | 344 | 22.2 | -57.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 15 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Sikh | 1 |
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 3 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 3 |
| Anti-Eastern Orthodox (Russian, Greek, Other) | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town Of Madison | 3 miles | A 44.7 | D 238.3 | Violent: 58.6% lower Property: 78.6% higher |
| Marshall Village | 5 miles | A 52.0 | A 26.0 | Violent: 51.9% lower Property: 80.5% lower |
| Deforest | 5 miles | A 18.3 | A 73.3 | Violent: 83.0% lower Property: 45.1% lower |
| Mcfarland | 5 miles | A 20.9 | A 41.9 | Violent: 80.6% lower Property: 68.6% lower |
| Oregon | 5 miles | A 33.9 | A 50.8 | Violent: 68.7% lower Property: 61.9% lower |