Racine, WI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Racine Police Department serves the city of Racine, WI in Racine County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,802 violent crimes and 5,963 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 79.1 per 100k residents, which is 25.5% below the national average. Property crime averages 96.2 per 100k, 41.2% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery 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 Rate79.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,802 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate6.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents230 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate4.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents308 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate17.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,257 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate96.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,963 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate29.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,433 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate52.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,659 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate14.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents828 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 79.1 | B | 4802 | 106.2 | -25.5% |
| Property Crime | 96.2 | A | 5963 | 163.6 | -41.2% |
| Rape | 6.6 | F | 230 | 3.5 | +86.3% |
| Robbery | 4.0 | B | 308 | 5.8 | -32.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 17.1 | B | 1257 | 22.3 | -23.0% |
| Burglary | 29.0 | D | 1433 | 24.0 | +20.7% |
| Larceny | 52.7 | A | 3659 | 116.4 | -54.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 14.5 | B | 828 | 22.2 | -34.6% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Pleasant | 4 miles | A 54.5 | D 203.3 | Violent: 31.1% lower Property: 111.3% higher |
| Sturtevant | 6 miles | A 15.1 | A 30.2 | Violent: 80.9% lower Property: 68.6% lower |
| Caledonia | 8 miles | A 31.8 | A 39.8 | Violent: 59.8% lower Property: 58.7% lower |
| Oak Creek | 12 miles | B 69.4 | B 141.7 | Violent: 12.2% lower Property: 47.2% higher |
| Pleasant Prairie | 13 miles | A 63.4 | A 99.6 | Violent: 19.9% lower Property: 3.5% higher |