West Salem, WI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The West Salem Police Department serves the city of West Salem, WI in La Crosse County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 163 violent crimes and 217 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 75.6 per 100k residents, which is 28.9% below the national average. Property crime averages 37.8 per 100k, 76.9% 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 Rate75.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents163 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate37.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents217 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate18.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents16 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate18.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents183 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 75.6 | B | 163 | 106.2 | -28.9% |
| Property Crime | 37.8 | A | 217 | 163.6 | -76.9% |
| Burglary | 18.9 | B | 16 | 24.0 | -21.4% |
| Larceny | 18.9 | A | 183 | 116.4 | -83.8% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Crosse | 0 miles | C 96.5 | F 329.0 | Violent: 27.8% higher Property: 770.9% higher |
| Holmen | 0 miles | A 17.0 | A 59.4 | Violent: 77.5% lower Property: 57.2% higher |
| Bangor | 6 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 68.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 82.4% higher |
| Onalaska | 6 miles | A 68.3 | D 257.5 | Violent: 9.6% lower Property: 581.6% higher |
| Campbell Township | 8 miles | C 96.0 | A 72.0 | Violent: 27.0% higher Property: 90.6% higher |