Moving from Chicago, IL to New Hope, MN?
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Is Chicago or New Hope Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, New Hope is safer than Chicago (Safety Score 37/100 vs 8/100), with a total crime rate of 2,146 per 100,000 versus 4,012 for Chicago — 47% lower. Chicago has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where New Hope has a 74% lower rate.
Note: Chicago is 129.9x 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 Chicago, IL?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Chicago | New Hope | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,012.2 | 2,145.8 | +1,866.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 539.9 | 187.0 | +352.8 |
| Murder Rate | 17.5 | 4.9 | +12.6 |
| Rape Rate | 58.8 | 29.5 | +29.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 335.3 | 88.6 | +246.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 128.3 | 49.2 | +79.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,472.4 | 1,958.8 | +1,513.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 294.8 | 201.8 | +93.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,318.8 | 1,545.4 | +773.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 858.9 | 211.6 | +647.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Chicago, IL to New Hope, MN?
An out-of-state move adds new driver's license, plates, voter registration and deadlines that differ by state. The Moving Checklist Planner dates every task from your move-in day — seven tabs for Google Sheets or Excel, $12 once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chicago or New Hope safer?
New Hope is safer with a total crime rate of 2,146 per 100K vs 4,012 for Chicago — a 47% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Chicago has a violent crime rate of 539.9 per 100K while New Hope has 187.0. New Hope has lower violent crime.
About Chicago, IL
Chicago, Illinois, a major Midwest hub and birthplace of the skyscraper, sits on Lake Michigan's shores. Its diverse population of over 2.7 million people contributes to its vibrant arts and culture scene. With a safety score of 8/100 and a population coverage of 2,638,698, Chicago has a total crime rate of 4,012.2 per 100,000 residents.
About New Hope, MN
New Hope, a first-ring suburb northwest of Minneapolis, was incorporated in 1953. It hosts the annual "New Hope Celebrates" festival and has a diverse population exceeding 20,000 residents. With a safety score of 37/100 and a population coverage of 20,319, New Hope has a total crime rate of 2,145.8 per 100,000 residents.