Is Bloomington or Schenectady Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Schenectady is safer than Bloomington (Safety Score 10/100 vs 10/100), with a total crime rate of 3,775 per 100,000 versus 3,777 for Bloomington — 0% lower. Bloomington has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Bloomington has a 89% lower rate.
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Schenectady — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Bloomington | Schenectady | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,777.2 | 3,775.0 | +2.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 312.9 | 645.7 | -332.7 |
| Murder Rate | 1.2 | 10.2 | -9.1 |
| Rape Rate | 55.4 | 56.8 | -1.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 41.6 | 100.6 | -59.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 213.6 | 478.1 | -264.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,464.3 | 3,129.3 | +335.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 219.4 | 400.8 | -181.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 3,022.0 | 2,508.4 | +513.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 222.9 | 220.1 | +2.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bloomington or Schenectady safer?
Schenectady is safer with a total crime rate of 3,775 per 100K vs 3,777 for Bloomington — a 0% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Bloomington has a violent crime rate of 312.9 per 100K while Schenectady has 645.7. 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 Schenectady, NY
Schenectady, once home to General Electric, sits on the Mohawk River in eastern New York. This city, with a diverse population, is part of the Capital Region. With a safety score of 10/100 and a population coverage of 68,610, Schenectady has a total crime rate of 3,775.0 per 100,000 residents.