Lake Mills, WI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Lake Mills Police Department serves the city of Lake Mills, WI in Jefferson County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 150 violent crimes and 168 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 76.3 per 100k residents, which is 28.1% below the national average. Property crime averages 45.8 per 100k, 72.0% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Larceny had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate76.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents150 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate76.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents53 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate45.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents168 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate30.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents146 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate15.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents16 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 76.3 | B | 150 | 106.2 | -28.1% |
| Property Crime | 45.8 | A | 168 | 163.6 | -72.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 76.3 | F | 53 | 22.3 | +242.9% |
| Larceny | 30.5 | A | 146 | 116.4 | -73.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 15.3 | B | 16 | 22.2 | -31.2% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson | 8 miles | A 52.8 | A 105.6 | Violent: 30.8% lower Property: 130.7% higher |
| Palmyra | 8 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Waterloo | 8 miles | A 27.0 | A 27.0 | Violent: 64.6% lower Property: 41.0% lower |
| Fort Atkinson | 11 miles | A 64.9 | A 64.9 | Violent: 15.0% lower Property: 41.7% higher |
| Cottage Grove | 14 miles | A 30.6 | A 40.8 | Violent: 59.9% lower Property: 10.9% lower |