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43%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
69%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
39%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleWixom/100k peopleMichigan/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime226n/a (estimate)1,3151,9982,324
Murder1n/a5.86.96.3
Rape2n/a11.664.840.0
Robbery0n/a0.036.666.1
Assault17n/a98.9352.7268.2
Violent crime20n/a (estimate)116461370
Burglary12n/a69.8214.3269.8
Theft156n/a907.71,055.31,401.9
Vehicle theft38n/a221.1267.2282.7
Property crime206n/a (estimate)1,1991,5371,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Wixom, MI

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in Wixom is 43.4% lower than the national average. Specifically, there were 20 violent crimes reported in Wixom, equivalent to 116 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 68.5%. Additionally, Wixom recorded 206 property crimes, amounting to 1199 per 100,000 people, lower than the national average by 38.7%.

With only 116 incidents per 100,000 people, Wixom boasts an exceptionally low rate of violent crimes, positioning it as one of the safest cities in the United States. Given these low violent crime rates, Wixom has become an appealing destination for individuals in search of a secure and welcoming place to establish their new home.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Wixom?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Wixom. Based on the results of the surveys (11 responses), 91% of people felt that there was very little crime in Wixom and felt safe walking alone at night. While 9% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Wixom a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Wixom is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Wixom has a total crime rate that is 43% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.62 daily crimes (0.05 violent daily crimes and 0.56 daily property crimes) in Wixom.

Has Crime in Wixom Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in Wixom has decreased by 9.6%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of Wixom, aiding residents in assessing whether it is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. These crime rates are categorized into two primary groups: violent and property crimes. Year-over-year, violent crime has decreased by 42.9%, while property crime has decreased by 4.2%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not Wixom is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in Wixom

In areas where employment options are limited or where a significant proportion of jobs offer meager wages, the likelihood of heightened unemployment and homelessness increases. Regions facing challenges related to unemployment or inadequate income may become more vulnerable to a surge in crime stemming from economic instability. While low unemployment rates tend to lead to reduced crime in most areas. Wixom currently has an unemployment rate of 1.6%, contrasting with the national average of 4.7%. This could be one of many factors that could contribute to a higher or lower crime rate.

In Wixom, the cost of living is 1.71% higher than the national average. A high cost of living can induce economic stress for locals, especially those with limited financial resources. When people grapple with soaring housing expenses, utility bills, healthcare costs, and other essential necessities, they may be driven towards criminal activities, including theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. Conversely, cities boasting a lower cost of living may mitigate economic pressures and potentially result in reduced crime rates.

Elevated rental costs can generate economic strain for both individuals and families, particularly those with restricted financial means. When a substantial proportion of one's income is allocated to housing costs, it often leaves limited resources for fulfilling other crucial necessities such as groceries, healthcare and education. This financial pressure can fuel desperation, potentially prompting individuals to resort to criminal actions, including theft or fraud, as a means of coping with their financial hardships. In Wixom, the average monthly rent stands at $757, while the national average is $949 per month.

Wixom crime map



The Wixom crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Wixom as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Wixom crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Wixom crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.
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      Crime Quick Facts

      • Wixom crime rates are 43% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Wixom are 69% lower than the national average
      • In Wixom you have a 1 in 77 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Wixom is safer than 66% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Wixom has decreased by 26%

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        Daily Crime In Wixom (per 100,000 people)

        The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Wixom, Michigan is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Wixom are 1.52 times less than the Michigan average and 1.77 times less than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Wixom are 3.96 times less than than Michigan and 3.18 times less than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Wixom are 1.28 times less than than Michigan and 1.63 times less than the national average.

        How Safe is Wixom (higher is better)

        What are the odds that you'll be safer in Wixom, Michigan compared to other areas of Michigan, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is Wixom safe? In the graphs above, it shows that Wixom is safer than 64% of Michigan cities, and 66% compared to all other cities across America. These statistics are calculated by taking a closer look at each city's crime rate in Michigan, as well as the rest of the US. It is then determined which cities see less crime than Wixom. At this time, Wixom sees a above average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Wixom

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Wixom is 1 in 860
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Wixom is 1 in 84
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Wixom is 1 in 77
        Are you at risk of becoming a victim of crime in Wixom, Michigan? If you reside in Wixom, then there is a 1 in 860 chance that you will experience a violent crime. These types of crimes may include homicide, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. Your risk of being a victim of property crime is 1 in 84. These types of crime include burglary, petty theft, and theft of motor vehicles. Altogether, there is a 1 in 77 risk that you will become a victim of crime in Wixom.

        Year Over Year Crime In Wixom (per 100,000 people)

        A good indicator of whether Wixom is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live can be determined by analyzing the year over year crime rate (per 100,000 people). The number of violent crimes in Wixom has decreased by 53%, while the property crime rate in Wixom has decreased by 21% year over year. The number of total crimes in Wixom has decreased by 26% year over year.

        Wixom police department

        Item Wixom Michigan National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)2210,515558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents1.62.13.3
        There are a total of 22 Wixom police officers. This results in 1.6 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 21.7% less than the Michigan average and 50.2% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Michigan

        State Total offenders Michigan /100K National /100K
        Michigan40,460414266
        There are a total of 40,460 sex offenders in Michigan. This yields a total of 414 sex offenders in Michigan per 100,000 residents which is 56% greater than the national average.

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        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Wolverine Lake, MI4,71245112157
        Bingham Farms, MI1,53965216280
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        Milford, MI6,50241371412
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        Northville, MI5,96883563646
        Bloomfield Hills, MI3,99590588679
        Wixom, MI13,9701161,1991,315

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        Wixom, MI13,9701161,1991,315
        Source: The Wixom, MI crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.