Is Green Bay or Waunakee Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Waunakee is safer than Green Bay (Safety Score 98/100 vs 46/100), with a total crime rate of 315 per 100,000 versus 1,807 for Green Bay — 83% lower. Green Bay has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Waunakee has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Green Bay is 6.9x 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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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Green Bay | Waunakee | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,807.3 | 315.2 | +1,492.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 495.1 | 105.1 | +390.0 |
| Murder Rate | 1.9 | 0.0 | +1.9 |
| Rape Rate | 61.8 | 13.1 | +48.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 26.6 | 0.0 | +26.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 404.8 | 91.9 | +312.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,312.2 | 210.2 | +1,102.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 108.3 | 6.6 | +101.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 950.2 | 203.6 | +746.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 253.7 | 0.0 | +253.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Green Bay or Waunakee safer?
Waunakee is safer with a total crime rate of 315 per 100K vs 1,807 for Green Bay — a 83% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Green Bay has a violent crime rate of 495.1 per 100K while Waunakee has 105.1. Waunakee 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 Waunakee, WI
Waunakee, "The Only Waunakee in the World," is a village in Dane County, north of Madison. Founded in the mid-19th century, it has experienced significant population growth, now home to over 14,000 residents. With a safety score of 98/100 and a population coverage of 15,227, Waunakee has a total crime rate of 315.2 per 100,000 residents.