Overall, Wisconsin is a pretty safe place. In fact, a recent study named the Badger State the 12th safest state in the U.S. And if that’s not enough to make you feel protected, you’ll want to consider a move to one of the following communities, which have been deemed the safest cities in Wisconsin.

The results are in, and according to Safewise, the safest towns in Wisconsin for 2022 are Oconomowoc (#1), Evansville, Grand Rapids, Town of Geneva, Town of Mukwonago, Cottage Grove, Hartland, Fox Valley Metro, Kronenwetter, and Sheboygan Falls (#10).
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Safewise actually ranked the top 20 safest cities in Wisconsin. Here are the rest of the state’s safest cities, according to Safewise: Sturtevant (#11), Town of Delavan, Oregon, McFarland, Waupun, Hobart-Lawrence, Waunakee, Mount Horeb, Milton, and Edgerton (#20).
Before we delve into the safest cities in Wisconsin, let’s take a look at the state overall.
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Wisconsin’s crime rates are lower than the national average; however, The Badger State was ne of only nine states to see an increase in both violent and property crime rates.
The safest cities in Wisconsin boast some of the lowest reported crime rates in the entire country.
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Within the East North Central region, Wisconsin has some of the lowest crime rates. The Badger State has the second-lowest violent crime rate behind Ohio (3.1) and the second-lowest property crime rate behind Michigan (13.6).
For 2022, the town of Oconomowoc claimed the spot as the safest place to live in Wisconsin. it reported only one violent crime and just 11 property crimes this year.
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Deserving of the recognition, the small town had virtually zero violent crimes, and property crime rates of 1.2 per 1,000 people.

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It’s worth noting that none of the safest cities in Wisconsin reported high violent crime rates.
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The violent crime rate in the safest cities is 0.5 incidents per 1,000 people, less than a sixth of the state rate (3.2).
Property crime rates were also pretty low among the safest cities in the Badger State, despite a slight increase over last year.
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Surprisingly, studies show that Wisconsinites don’t feel completely safe in the Badger State.
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Roughly 8 out of 10 residents think crime is rising. However, according to statistics, it’s the opposite - both violent crime rates and property crime rates are on the decline.
In total, 90% of the safest cities reported 10 or fewer total violent crimes this year -- none reported more than 16. Translation? Wisconsin is, by and large, a very safe state in which to reside!
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So, what do you think? Do any of these stats surprise you? Is your hometown one of the safest places to live in Wisconsin? Tell us!

These may be the safest towns in Wisconsin, but that doesn’t mean they’re the only cities worthy of recognition. There’s one tiny town that, on any given day, has more tourists than residents.

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Safest Cities in Wisconsin

Sarah M. | December 30, 2022

What are the best cities in Wisconsin?

We have big love for our small towns here in Wisconsin, and think the following are some of the best little cities to live and visit in Wisconsin:

  • Cedarburg. Cedarburg is a small town with a lot of things going for it, like a winery, art museum, cultural center, and the General Store Museum. The limestone buildings are breathtaking and there are several that are listed on the National Historic Register. And at no point are the buildings or town more beautiful than at Christmastime. You'll be happy you visited during the holidays. This is one of the most beautiful places in Wisconsin.
  • Lake Geneva. Lake Geneva has an absolutely fantastic downtown with ice cream and fudge shops, as well as more upscale retailers. Soak up some rays on the beautiful beach or take an architecture cruise. Walk the 25 mile trail around the lake. It's one of the most charming small towns in Wisconsin to reconnect with your spouse or spend the day with the kids.
  • New Glarus. New Glarus is known internationally for its craft beer. So a huge selling point is getting some awesome samples of their brews. It's great for foodies, with some awesome restaurants. But it's also a great place to hike. Check out the Badger State Trail, and don't forget to bring a flashlight when going through the 1,200 foot Stewart Tunnel.
  • Mazomanie. Mazomanie is a step back in time and one of the most beautiful places in Wisconsin with housing still intact from the mid-1800s. Old buildings have become new places, like libraries and restaurants. Check out some great art galleries as well as B&Bs. The town's prime location by Madison and Wisconsin Dells makes it a great place to stop in and stay awhile!
  • Ephraim. Ephraim is the crown jewel of Door County and widely considered to be one of the most beautiful towns in Wisconsin. This quiet place is one of the most charming small towns in Wisconsin and has some of the best ice cream in all of the state! Rent a boat and head out on the idyllic water. Explore homes that are on the National Register of Historic Places on a self-guided waking tour.

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