Is Green Bay or Oak Creek Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Green Bay is safer than Oak Creek (Safety Score 46/100 vs 46/100), with a total crime rate of 1,807 per 100,000 versus 1,832 for Oak Creek — 1% lower. Green Bay has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Oak Creek has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Green Bay is 2.8x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Green Bay, WI
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Green Bay | Oak Creek | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,807.3 | 1,831.9 | -24.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 495.1 | 146.0 | +349.0 |
| Murder Rate | 1.9 | 0.0 | +1.9 |
| Rape Rate | 61.8 | 39.8 | +21.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 26.6 | 26.6 | +0.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 404.8 | 79.7 | +325.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,312.2 | 1,685.9 | -373.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 108.3 | 71.7 | +36.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 950.2 | 1,481.5 | -531.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 253.7 | 132.8 | +121.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Green Bay or Oak Creek safer?
Green Bay is safer with a total crime rate of 1,807 per 100K vs 1,832 for Oak Creek — a 1% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Green Bay has a violent crime rate of 495.1 per 100K while Oak Creek has 146.0. Oak Creek has lower violent crime.
About Green Bay, WI
Green Bay, Wisconsin, is home to the Packers, an iconic NFL team. Situated at the mouth of the Fox River on Lake Michigan's Green Bay, it has a population of around 107,000. With a safety score of 46/100 and a population coverage of 105,240, Green Bay has a total crime rate of 1,807.3 per 100,000 residents.
About Oak Creek, WI
Oak Creek, a Milwaukee County suburb, was once known for its abundant oak trees. Situated along Lake Michigan, it's home to a diverse population of over 36,000 residents. With a safety score of 46/100 and a population coverage of 37,665, Oak Creek has a total crime rate of 1,831.9 per 100,000 residents.