Stoughton, WI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Stoughton Police Department serves the city of Stoughton, WI in Dane County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 308 violent crimes and 815 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 47.3 per 100k residents, which is 55.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 197.2 per 100k, 20.5% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 AAnnual Rate47.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents308 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate15.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents71 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate197.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents815 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate7.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents116 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate181.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents659 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate7.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents37 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 47.3 | A | 308 | 106.2 | -55.4% |
| Property Crime | 197.2 | D | 815 | 163.6 | +20.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 15.8 | B | 71 | 22.3 | -29.1% |
| Burglary | 7.9 | A | 116 | 24.0 | -67.2% |
| Larceny | 181.4 | D | 659 | 116.4 | +55.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7.9 | A | 37 | 22.2 | -64.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Mental Disability | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cottage Grove | 10 miles | A 30.6 | A 40.8 | Violent: 35.3% lower Property: 79.3% lower |
| Monona | 12 miles | B 70.0 | F 384.9 | Violent: 47.9% higher Property: 95.2% higher |
| Fitchburg | 12 miles | C 108.0 | B 133.5 | Violent: 128.3% higher Property: 32.3% lower |
| Town Of Madison | 13 miles | A 44.7 | D 238.3 | Violent: 5.6% lower Property: 20.9% higher |
| Madison | 14 miles | B 72.2 | C 190.0 | Violent: 52.5% higher Property: 3.7% lower |