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Crime in Wisconsin Rapids summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Wisconsin Rapids. Key points include:
There were 451 total crimes in Wisconsin Rapids in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Wisconsin Rapids is 2,424.5 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Wisconsin Rapids is 532.2 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Wisconsin Rapids is 1,892.3 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Wisconsin Rapids is 14.40% above the national average.
Total Crimes
Above National Average
Crime In Wisconsin Rapids Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Wisconsin Rapids / 100k People |
Wisconsin / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 451 | 2,424.5 | 1,432.6 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 99 | 532.2 | 278.5 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 4.2 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 2 | 10.8 | 39.4 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 65 | 349.4 | 200.1 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 352 | 1,892.3 | 1,154.1 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 27 | 145.1 | 117.2 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 298 | 1,602.0 | 875.6 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 27 | 145.1 | 161.3 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Wisconsin Rapids summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Wisconsin Rapids. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Wisconsin. Key points include:
The cost of living in Wisconsin Rapids is 84 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Wisconsin Rapids is 0.8x lower than the national average.
The median home value in Wisconsin Rapids is $219,123.
The median income in Wisconsin Rapids is $55,253.
Wisconsin Rapids's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Wisconsin Rapids Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Wisconsin Rapids | Wisconsin | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 84 | 98 | 100 |
| Services | 95 | 98 | 100 |
| Groceries | 100 | 100 | 100 |
| Health | 60 | 91 | 100 |
| Housing | 99 | 99 | 100 |
| Transportation | 101 | 102 | 100 |
| Utilities | 97 | 100 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Wisconsin Rapids, WI Weather
The average high in Wisconsin Rapids is 55.0° and the average low is 34.0°.
There are 67.6 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 32.3 inches of precipitation each year with 45.3 inches of snow.
| Stat | Wisconsin Rapids |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 55.0 |
| Average Annual Low | 34.0 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 67.6 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 32.3 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 45.3 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Wisconsin Rapids Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Wisconsin Rapids
The current population in Wisconsin Rapids is 18,722. The population has increased 2.1% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 18,722 | -0.2% |
| 2023 | 18,756 | -0.1% |
| 2022 | 18,783 | 0.4% |
| 2021 | 18,711 | 5.8% |
| 2020 | 17,691 | -0.4% |
| 2019 | 17,770 | -0.4% |
| 2018 | 17,842 | -0.4% |
| 2017 | 17,905 | -0.5% |
| 2016 | 17,987 | -0.6% |
| 2015 | 18,104 | -0.3% |
| 2014 | 18,162 | -0.5% |
| 2013 | 18,249 | -0.2% |
| 2012 | 18,289 | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 18,340 | 0.0% |
| 2010 | 18,333 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Wisconsin Rapids
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Wisconsin Rapids is:
89.3% White with 16,711 White residents.
0.8% African American with 159 African American residents.
0.2% American Indian with 35 American Indian residents.
2.3% Asian with 438 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.2% Other with 35 Other residents.
3.6% Two Or More with 669 Two Or More residents.
3.6% Hispanic with 675 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Wisconsin Rapids | WI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 89.3% | 78.6% | 57.4% |
| African American | 0.8% | 5.9% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 2.3% | 2.9% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 3.6% | 3.7% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 3.6% | 8.0% | 19.3% |
Gender in Wisconsin Rapids
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Wisconsin Rapids is 52.6% female with 9,840 female residents.
Wisconsin Rapids is 47.4% male with 8,882 male residents.
| Gender | Wisconsin Rapids | WI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 49.9% | 50.5% |
| Male | 47.4% | 50.1% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Wisconsin Rapids for adults over 25
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1.0% of adults in Wisconsin Rapids completed < 9th grade.
4.0% of adults in Wisconsin Rapids completed 9-12th grade.
39.0% of adults in Wisconsin Rapids completed high school / ged.
23.0% of adults in Wisconsin Rapids completed some college.
15.0% of adults in Wisconsin Rapids completed associate's degree.
14.0% of adults in Wisconsin Rapids completed bachelor's degree.
3.0% of adults in Wisconsin Rapids completed master's degree.
1.0% of adults in Wisconsin Rapids completed professional degree.
0.0% of adults in Wisconsin Rapids completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Wisconsin Rapids | WI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 1.0% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 4.0% | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 39.0% | 29.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 23.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 15.0% | 11.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 14.0% | 22.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 3.0% | 8.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin
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3.1% of households in Wisconsin Rapids earn Less than $10,000.
5.8% of households in Wisconsin Rapids earn $10,000 to $14,999.
8.4% of households in Wisconsin Rapids earn $15,000 to $24,999.
12.3% of households in Wisconsin Rapids earn $25,000 to $34,999.
13.7% of households in Wisconsin Rapids earn $35,000 to $49,999.
22.9% of households in Wisconsin Rapids earn $50,000 to $74,999.
12.4% of households in Wisconsin Rapids earn $75,000 to $99,999.
14.3% of households in Wisconsin Rapids earn $100,000 to $149,999.
4.7% of households in Wisconsin Rapids earn $150,000 to $199,999.
2.4% of households in Wisconsin Rapids earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Wisconsin Rapids | WI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 3.1% | 4.1% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 5.8% | 3.0% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 8.4% | 5.9% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 12.3% | 7.2% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 13.7% | 10.8% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 22.9% | 17.5% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 12.4% | 13.8% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 14.3% | 19.1% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 4.7% | 9.4% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 2.4% | 9.2% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
