South Milwaukee, WI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The South Milwaukee Police Department serves the city of South Milwaukee, WI in Milwaukee County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 591 violent crimes and 1,348 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 34.7 per 100k residents, which is 67.3% below the national average. Property crime averages 139.0 per 100k, 15.1% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary 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 AAnnual Rate34.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents591 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate9.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents98 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate139.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,348 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate5.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents75 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate124.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,197 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate9.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents76 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 34.7 | A | 591 | 106.2 | -67.3% |
| Property Crime | 139.0 | B | 1348 | 163.6 | -15.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 9.9 | A | 98 | 22.3 | -55.4% |
| Burglary | 5.0 | A | 75 | 24.0 | -79.4% |
| Larceny | 124.1 | C | 1197 | 116.4 | +6.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 9.9 | A | 76 | 22.2 | -55.2% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Creek | 3 miles | B 69.4 | B 141.7 | Violent: 99.9% higher Property: 1.9% higher |
| St. Francis | 4 miles | A 52.1 | A 104.3 | Violent: 50.1% higher Property: 25.0% lower |
| Greendale | 6 miles | B 69.2 | C 180.0 | Violent: 99.3% higher Property: 29.5% higher |
| Greenfield | 7 miles | A 24.4 | D 246.9 | Violent: 29.7% lower Property: 77.7% higher |
| Caledonia | 7 miles | A 31.8 | A 39.8 | Violent: 8.4% lower Property: 71.4% lower |