Crime per Capita in Wiscotta
The map below displays the crime rate per 1,000 residents in Wiscotta.
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A+
Overall Crime Grade™
A+ |
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A+ |
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Other Crime Grade |
A- |
Crime Grade's crime map highlights the safest areas in Wiscotta in green, the most dangerous in red, and moderately safe areas in yellow. Crime rates on the map are weighted based on both the type and severity of the crime. For more information on how to interpret our crime maps, see the Interpreting the Crime Maps section below.
Is Wiscotta, IA Safe?
The A+ grade indicates that the rate of crime is much lower than that of the average US city. Wiscotta ranks in the 96th percentile for safety, meaning it is safer than 96% of cities but less safe than 4%. This analysis applies only to Wiscotta's official city boundaries. See the table below for nearby cities.
The crime rate in Wiscotta is 10.11 per 1,000 residents in the typical year. Wiscotta Residents generally consider the south part of the city to be the safest. Your chance of being a victim of crime in Wiscotta varies by neighborhood - ranging from 1 in 56 in the northwest neighborhoods to 1 in 115 in the south.
When looking at total crime counts (rather than per capita rates), the southeast parts of Wiscotta, IA see the most incidents - about 2 per year. In contrast, the central part of the city has the fewest, with approximately 0 crimes annually.
The Cost of Crime™ in Wiscotta, IA
The total projected cost of crime in Wiscotta for 2025 is $73,897. This translates to approximately $150 per resident and $398 per household. On average, crime-related costs account for 0.4% of the median household income in Wiscotta. These figures reflect only tangible costs, which include the following:- Criminal justice system costs (law enforcement, courts, and imprisonment): 62.5%
- Direct costs to victims (damaged property, medical expenses, and lost wages): 23.1%
- Lost economic contribution from offenders (time in prison or repeat offenses): 14.4%
How Much Does Crime Cost in Wiscotta Compared to Other Cities?
| Wiscotta, IA: | $150 |
|---|---|
| Shenandoah, IA: | $542 |
| Norwalk, IA: | $145 |
| Iowa: | $326 |
| USA: | $464 |
The Cost of Crime per resident in Wiscotta is $150 per year, which is $314 less than the national average and $176 less than Iowa's state average. Below we compare cities similar to Wiscotta:
- In Shenandoah, IA, crime costs $542 per person, which is $392 more than in Wiscotta.
- In Norwalk, IA, crime costs $145 per person, which is $5 less than in Wiscotta
2025 Projected Cost by Type of Crime
The table below shows the total cost of crime to the residents of Wiscotta for the year 2025 along with the projected cost per resident.Crime |
Cost to Wiscotta |
Cost per Wiscotta Resident |
|---|---|---|
Murder |
$12,207 |
$25 |
Rape/Sexual Assault |
$19,899 |
$40 |
Robbery |
$2,348 |
$5 |
Assault |
$7,160 |
$15 |
Kidnapping |
$1,720 |
$3 |
Vehicle Theft |
$1,170 |
$2 |
Burglary |
$4,808 |
$10 |
Theft |
$7,815 |
$16 |
Arson |
$1,081 |
$2 |
Vandalism |
$5,979 |
$12 |
Animal Cruelty |
$126 |
$0 |
Drug Crimes |
$7,952 |
$16 |
Identity Theft |
$1,632 |
$3 |
Total Cost of Crime |
$73,897 |
$150 |
The Intangible Cost of Crime in Wiscotta, IA
CrimeGrade primarily focuses on tangible costs, but the true impact of crime extends beyond economic. Pain and suffering for victims and their families are difficult to quantify, but research-based methodologies help estimate these effects. Using these methodologies, we calculate that the intangible cost of crime in Wiscotta totals $179,534 ($364 per resident). When added to the tangible costs, this brings the total estimated cost of crime to $253,430 ($514 per resident). All Cost of Crime facts are based on scholarly research done on the cost of crime. Read more about our methodology here.Interpreting the Crime Maps
When interpreting the Wiscotta crime map, keep in mind that crime rates are measured per resident. Areas with high visitor traffic, such as shopping districts, may appear to have higher crime rates simply because more crimes occur where people gather - even if few residents live there. For example, the city has few retail establishments, which can artificially inflate crime rates in that area. Red areas on the map do not necessarily mean a neighborhood is unsafe for residents.
More issues arise with places like airports, parks, and schools. Major airports always look like high-crime locations due to the large number of people and the low population nearby. Parks and designated recreational areas have the same problem. Of Wiscotta’s 493 residents, few live near recreational areas. Because many people visit, crime rates may appear higher even for safe parks. Crime occurs where people gather, whether they live there or not. Before assuming an area is unsafe, consider both per-capita crime rates and total crime counts, as well as the types of destinations nearby.
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The tables below show which crimes are used to calculate the Crime Grades above. All crime rates are shown as the number of crimes per 1,000 Wiscotta residents in a standard year.
Violent Crime Rates
Crime Type |
Crime Rate |
|---|---|
Assault |
0.5057 |
Robbery |
0.1514 |
Rape |
0.6657 |
Murder |
0.0132 |
Total Violent Crime |
1.336 (A+) |
Property Crime Rates
Crime Type |
Crime Rate |
|---|---|
Theft |
3.061 |
Vehicle Theft |
0.1532 |
Burglary |
1.075 |
Arson |
0.0908 |
Total Property Crime |
4.380 (A+) |
Other Crime Rates
Crime Type |
Crime Rate |
|---|---|
Kidnapping |
0.0575 |
Drug Crimes |
2.180 |
Vandalism |
1.698 |
Identity Theft |
0.4277 |
Animal Cruelty |
0.0345 |
Total "Other" Rate |
4.398 (A-) |
Individual Wiscotta Crime Maps & Stats
Crime Maps and Rates for Nearby Cities
Compared to surrounding cities, the rate of crime in Wiscotta is lower. The table below shows Crime Grades for cities close to Wiscotta.
Nearby City | Overall Crime Grade | Violent Crime Grade | Property Crime Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
B+ | A- | B+ | |
A | A- | A+ | |
A | A | A | |
A | B | A+ | |
A+ | A+ | A | |
B- | B+ | C+ | |
B | D+ | A- | |
B | B+ | B+ | |
A+ | B+ | A+ | |
C | C | D+ |
Crime Maps and Rates for City with Similar Populations
Wiscotta is lower versus other cities of the same size for crime. The table below compares crime in cities with comparable overall population in the city‘s boundaries.
Similar City | Overall Crime Grade | Violent Crime Grade | Property Crime Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
D+ | B- | B- | |
C | C- | C- | |
C- | D+ | D+ | |
C+ | B- | B- | |
B | D+ | D+ | |
A | A+ | A+ | |
D+ | D | D | |
C+ | B- | B- | |
D | D | D | |
F | F | F |
Considering only the crime rate, Wiscotta is safer than the Iowa state average and safer than the national average.
Safety and school performance are separate topics, but both shape moving decisions. Using SchoolGrade data, schools in Wiscotta, IA average SchoolGrade of A+, with 70% actual proficiency versus 60% projected; overall, schools greatly exceed expectations. See Wiscotta schools on SchoolGrade
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