Is Bloomington or St. Paul Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, St. Paul is safer than Bloomington (Safety Score 14/100 vs 10/100), with a total crime rate of 3,452 per 100,000 versus 3,777 for Bloomington — 9% lower. Bloomington has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Bloomington has a 87% lower rate.
Note: St. Paul is 3.5x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Bloomington, MN?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Bloomington | St. Paul | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,777.2 | 3,452.1 | +325.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 312.9 | 618.0 | -305.1 |
| Murder Rate | 1.2 | 8.6 | -7.4 |
| Rape Rate | 55.4 | 65.8 | -10.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 41.6 | 119.1 | -77.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 213.6 | 424.3 | -210.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,464.3 | 2,834.1 | +630.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 219.4 | 468.3 | -248.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 3,022.0 | 1,883.6 | +1,138.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 222.9 | 482.2 | -259.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bloomington or St. Paul safer?
St. Paul is safer with a total crime rate of 3,452 per 100K vs 3,777 for Bloomington — a 9% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Bloomington has a violent crime rate of 312.9 per 100K while St. Paul has 618.0. 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 St. Paul, MN
St. Paul, Minnesota, is the state capital, known for its historic Summit Avenue. This city, one of the "Twin Cities," sits on the Mississippi River, with a diverse population of over 300,000 residents. With a safety score of 14/100 and a population coverage of 304,051, St. Paul has a total crime rate of 3,452.1 per 100,000 residents.