Moving from Bloomington, MN to Spokane Valley, WA?
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Is Bloomington, MN or Spokane Valley, WA Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Spokane Valley, WA is safer than Bloomington, MN (Safety Score 10/100 vs 10/100), with a total crime rate of 3,758 per 100,000 versus 3,777 for Bloomington, MN — 1% lower. Bloomington has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Spokane Valley has a 23% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than Bloomington, MN?
Bloomington — 5-Year Trend
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Spokane Valley — 5-Year Trend
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Bloomington, MN
Spokane Valley, WA
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Bloomington | Spokane Valley | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,777.2 | 3,757.8 | +19.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 312.9 | 242.1 | +70.8 |
| Murder Rate | 1.2 | 0.9 | +0.2 |
| Rape Rate | 55.4 | 27.3 | +28.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 41.6 | 36.4 | +5.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 213.6 | 177.5 | +36.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,464.3 | 3,515.6 | -51.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 219.4 | 603.5 | -384.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 3,022.0 | 2,608.1 | +414.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 222.9 | 304.1 | -81.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Bloomington, MN to Spokane Valley, WA?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bloomington or Spokane Valley safer?
Spokane Valley, WA is safer with a total crime rate of 3,758 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 Spokane Valley has 242.1. Spokane Valley 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 Spokane Valley, WA
Spokane Valley, WA, incorporated in 2003, is a large suburb east of Spokane. It's home to Mirabeau Point Park and features a diverse population of over 100,000 residents. With a safety score of 10/100 and a population coverage of 109,852, Spokane Valley has a total crime rate of 3,757.8 per 100,000 residents.