Wisconsin Ranks Among Safest States in America, New Study Finds
MADISON, WISCONSIN — A new national study has ranked Wisconsin among the safest states in the country, citing strong road safety, financial stability, and disaster preparedness as key factors in its high score.
The analysis, conducted by the personal finance website WalletHub, compared all 50 states across 52 safety indicators, from violent crime rates and emergency readiness to workplace safety and traffic fatality rates. Wisconsin placed 19th overall, putting it in the top half of the nation for general safety.
How Wisconsin Scored in Key Safety Categories
According to WalletHub’s findings, Wisconsin ranked 6th in financial safety and 5th in road safety, highlighting both economic stability and responsible infrastructure management as major strengths.
The state performed moderately in other categories, ranking 25th in personal safety, 31st in workplace safety, and 20th in emergency preparedness. Analysts said these balanced results kept Wisconsin comfortably in the “above average” tier compared to other states.
WalletHub analyst Chip Lupo noted that the safest states “protect their residents from harm in a multitude of different ways — from keeping crime rates low and maintaining safe roadways to having strong economies and job markets that prevent people from falling into dangerous financial situations.”
Regional Comparisons and National Rankings
Neighboring Minnesota ranked even higher at No. 8, while Vermont, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire topped the list as the safest states in America. States with lower overall safety scores included Louisiana and Mississippi, which ranked last in the 2025 study.
Here’s where Wisconsin stood among the Top 20 Safest States in America (2025):
- Vermont
- Massachusetts
- New Hampshire
- Maine
- Utah
- Connecticut
- Hawaii
- Minnesota
- Rhode Island
- Wyoming
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Maryland
- Virginia
- Washington
- New Jersey
- New York
- Idaho
- Wisconsin
- Kentucky
The report found that Wisconsin’s low rate of traffic fatalities contributed significantly to its ranking, helping it outperform most states in the Midwest.
Safety and Quality of Life in Wisconsin
Experts say Wisconsin’s ranking reflects a combination of community resilience, infrastructure quality, and steady economic growth. The state’s investment in public safety initiatives and emphasis on responsible driving behavior continue to play a role in reducing accidents and fatalities.
While Wisconsin didn’t make the top 10, its performance marks a steady improvement over previous years. Analysts believe that with ongoing public safety programs, road maintenance investments, and community policing efforts, the state could climb even higher in future reports.
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