Madison, WI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Madison Police Department serves the city of Madison, WI in Dane County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 11,168 violent crimes and 33,526 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 72.2 per 100k residents, which is 32.0% below the national average. Property crime averages 190.0 per 100k, 16.1% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 32 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 BAnnual Rate72.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents11,168 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents477 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate2.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents757 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate18.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents3,017 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate190.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents33,526 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate19.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents5,024 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate154.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents25,315 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate15.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,120 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 72.2 | B | 11168 | 106.2 | -32.0% |
| Property Crime | 190.0 | C | 33526 | 163.6 | +16.1% |
| Rape | 3.3 | C | 477 | 3.5 | -7.3% |
| Robbery | 2.9 | A | 757 | 5.8 | -49.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 18.6 | B | 3017 | 22.3 | -16.4% |
| Burglary | 19.7 | B | 5024 | 24.0 | -18.1% |
| Larceny | 154.6 | D | 25315 | 116.4 | +32.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 15.3 | B | 3120 | 22.2 | -30.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 32 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 2 |
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Jewish | 6 |
| Anti-Catholic | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Transgender | 2 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 9 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 5 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marshall Village | 2 miles | A 52.0 | A 26.0 | Violent: 28.0% lower Property: 86.3% lower |
| Deforest | 2 miles | A 18.3 | A 73.3 | Violent: 74.6% lower Property: 61.4% lower |
| Mcfarland | 2 miles | A 20.9 | A 41.9 | Violent: 71.0% lower Property: 78.0% lower |
| Oregon | 2 miles | A 33.9 | A 50.8 | Violent: 53.1% lower Property: 73.3% lower |
| Town Of Madison | 2 miles | A 44.7 | D 238.3 | Violent: 38.1% lower Property: 25.5% higher |