Moving from Chicago, IL to St. Anthony, MN?
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Is Chicago or St. Anthony Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, St. Anthony is safer than Chicago (Safety Score 25/100 vs 8/100), with a total crime rate of 2,686 per 100,000 versus 4,012 for Chicago — 33% lower. Chicago has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where St. Anthony has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Chicago is 208.5x 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 Chicago, IL?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Chicago | St. Anthony | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,012.2 | 2,686.1 | +1,326.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 539.9 | 118.5 | +421.4 |
| Murder Rate | 17.5 | 0.0 | +17.5 |
| Rape Rate | 58.8 | 7.9 | +50.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 335.3 | 39.5 | +295.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 128.3 | 71.1 | +57.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,472.4 | 2,567.6 | +904.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 294.8 | 347.6 | -52.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,318.8 | 1,872.3 | +446.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 858.9 | 347.6 | +511.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Chicago, IL to St. Anthony, MN?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chicago or St. Anthony safer?
St. Anthony is safer with a total crime rate of 2,686 per 100K vs 4,012 for Chicago — a 33% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Chicago has a violent crime rate of 539.9 per 100K while St. Anthony has 118.5. St. Anthony 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 St. Anthony, MN
St. Anthony, a small first-ring suburb northeast of Minneapolis, was incorporated in 1945. It's home to Silver Lake and borders the Mississippi River. With a safety score of 25/100 and a population coverage of 12,658, St. Anthony has a total crime rate of 2,686.1 per 100,000 residents.