Moving from Bloomington, MN to Gardena, CA?
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Is Bloomington, MN or Gardena, CA Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Gardena, CA is safer than Bloomington, MN (Safety Score 11/100 vs 10/100), with a total crime rate of 3,755 per 100,000 versus 3,777 for Bloomington, MN — 1% lower. Bloomington has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Bloomington has a 79% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than Bloomington, MN?
Bloomington — 5-Year Trend
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Gardena — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Bloomington | Gardena | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,777.2 | 3,754.5 | +22.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 312.9 | 703.3 | -390.4 |
| Murder Rate | 1.2 | 5.2 | -4.1 |
| Rape Rate | 55.4 | 27.8 | +27.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 41.6 | 201.4 | -159.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 213.6 | 468.9 | -255.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,464.3 | 3,051.2 | +413.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 219.4 | 422.0 | -202.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 3,022.0 | 1,727.9 | +1,294.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 222.9 | 901.3 | -678.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Bloomington, MN to Gardena, CA?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bloomington or Gardena safer?
Gardena, CA is safer with a total crime rate of 3,755 per 100K vs 3,777 for Bloomington, MN — a 1% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Bloomington has a violent crime rate of 312.9 per 100K while Gardena has 703.3. Bloomington has lower violent crime.
About Bloomington, MN
Bloomington, Minnesota, home to the Mall of America, is a first-ring suburb south of Minneapolis. Its diverse population reflects a mix of residential areas and significant commercial development. With a safety score of 10/100 and a population coverage of 86,598, Bloomington has a total crime rate of 3,777.2 per 100,000 residents.
About Gardena, CA
Gardena, a South Bay city, was once a major strawberry producer. Its diverse population includes a significant Japanese American community. With a safety score of 11/100 and a population coverage of 57,584, Gardena has a total crime rate of 3,754.5 per 100,000 residents.