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Crime in Waunakee summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Waunakee. Key points include:
There were 48 total crimes in Waunakee in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Waunakee is 315.2 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Waunakee is 105.1 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Waunakee is 210.2 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Waunakee is -85.13% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In Waunakee Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Waunakee / 100k People |
Wisconsin / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 48 | 315.2 | 1,432.6 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 16 | 105.1 | 278.5 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 4.2 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 0 | 0.0 | 39.4 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 14 | 91.9 | 200.1 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 32 | 210.2 | 1,154.1 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 1 | 6.6 | 117.2 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 31 | 203.6 | 875.6 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 0 | 0.0 | 161.3 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Waunakee summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Waunakee. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Wisconsin. Key points include:
The cost of living in Waunakee is 121 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Waunakee is 1.2x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Waunakee is $584,110.
The median income in Waunakee is $125,220.
Waunakee's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Waunakee Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Waunakee | Wisconsin | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 121 | 98 | 100 |
| Services | 100 | 98 | 100 |
| Groceries | 99 | 100 | 100 |
| Health | 172 | 91 | 100 |
| Housing | 95 | 99 | 100 |
| Transportation | 104 | 102 | 100 |
| Utilities | 99 | 100 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Waunakee, WI Weather
The average high in Waunakee is 56.3° and the average low is 36.5°.
There are 68.0 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 35.2 inches of precipitation each year with 43.5 inches of snow.
| Stat | Waunakee |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 56.3 |
| Average Annual Low | 36.5 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 68.0 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 35.2 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 43.5 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Waunakee Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Waunakee
The current population in Waunakee is 15,687. The population has increased 35.7% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 15,687 | 5.1% |
| 2023 | 14,927 | 0.9% |
| 2022 | 14,794 | 0.8% |
| 2021 | 14,679 | 5.6% |
| 2020 | 13,903 | 1.3% |
| 2019 | 13,730 | 1.5% |
| 2018 | 13,522 | 1.8% |
| 2017 | 13,284 | 1.5% |
| 2016 | 13,092 | 1.9% |
| 2015 | 12,846 | 1.8% |
| 2014 | 12,613 | 1.7% |
| 2013 | 12,401 | 2.1% |
| 2012 | 12,142 | 2.6% |
| 2011 | 11,829 | 2.4% |
| 2010 | 11,557 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Waunakee
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Waunakee is:
85.9% White with 13,472 White residents.
1.4% African American with 225 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 0 American Indian residents.
1.6% Asian with 244 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.1% Other with 11 Other residents.
3.8% Two Or More with 595 Two Or More residents.
7.3% Hispanic with 1,140 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Waunakee | WI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 85.9% | 78.6% | 57.4% |
| African American | 1.4% | 5.9% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 1.6% | 2.9% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 3.8% | 3.7% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 7.3% | 8.0% | 19.3% |
Gender in Waunakee
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Waunakee is 50.2% female with 7,873 female residents.
Waunakee is 49.8% male with 7,814 male residents.
| Gender | Waunakee | WI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 49.9% | 50.5% |
| Male | 49.8% | 50.1% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Waunakee for adults over 25
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-1.0% of adults in Waunakee completed < 9th grade.
1.0% of adults in Waunakee completed 9-12th grade.
14.0% of adults in Waunakee completed high school / ged.
15.0% of adults in Waunakee completed some college.
7.0% of adults in Waunakee completed associate's degree.
41.0% of adults in Waunakee completed bachelor's degree.
15.0% of adults in Waunakee completed master's degree.
3.0% of adults in Waunakee completed professional degree.
5.0% of adults in Waunakee completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Waunakee | WI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | -1.0% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 1.0% | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 14.0% | 29.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 15.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 7.0% | 11.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 41.0% | 22.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 15.0% | 8.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 3.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 5.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Waunakee, Wisconsin
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1.6% of households in Waunakee earn Less than $10,000.
0.3% of households in Waunakee earn $10,000 to $14,999.
1.5% of households in Waunakee earn $15,000 to $24,999.
1.6% of households in Waunakee earn $25,000 to $34,999.
7.4% of households in Waunakee earn $35,000 to $49,999.
14.3% of households in Waunakee earn $50,000 to $74,999.
9.6% of households in Waunakee earn $75,000 to $99,999.
20.9% of households in Waunakee earn $100,000 to $149,999.
10.6% of households in Waunakee earn $150,000 to $199,999.
32.2% of households in Waunakee earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Waunakee | WI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 1.6% | 4.1% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0.3% | 3.0% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1.5% | 5.9% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1.6% | 7.2% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 7.4% | 10.8% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 14.3% | 17.5% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 9.6% | 13.8% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 20.9% | 19.1% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 10.6% | 9.4% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 32.2% | 9.2% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
