The small town of Shell Lake, WI, with a population of just over 1,300 people, has a relatively low crime rate compared to the rest of the country. However, there have been some concerning incidents of crime in the area. According to the latest data, the violent crime rate in Shell Lake is 23.5, slightly higher than the national average of 22.7. This includes crimes such as assault, robbery, and murder. Additionally, the property crime rate in Shell Lake is 30.6, which is lower than the national average of 35.4. This category includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and vandalism. While Shell Lake may have a lower overall crime rate than many other places, it is important for residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to local authorities.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Shell Lake (zip 54871) violent crime is 23.5. (The US average is 22.7)
Shell Lake (zip 54871) property crime is 30.6. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Shell Lake, Wisconsin does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Spooner, Wisconsin. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Spooner, Wisconsin. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.