Is Cleveland or Minneapolis Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Cleveland is safer than Minneapolis (Safety Score 2/100 vs 1/100), with a total crime rate of 5,987 per 100,000 versus 6,305 for Minneapolis — 5% lower. Cleveland has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Minneapolis has a 40% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than Cleveland, OH?
Cleveland — 5-Year Trend
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Minneapolis — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Cleveland | Minneapolis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,987.4 | 6,304.5 | -317.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,561.1 | 1,161.6 | +399.4 |
| Murder Rate | 30.1 | 18.0 | +12.1 |
| Rape Rate | 140.9 | 89.1 | +51.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 389.2 | 371.9 | +17.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 1,000.9 | 681.3 | +319.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,426.3 | 5,142.9 | -716.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 860.3 | 618.7 | +241.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,419.5 | 2,977.5 | -558.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 1,146.5 | 1,546.7 | -400.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cleveland or Minneapolis safer?
Cleveland is safer with a total crime rate of 5,987 per 100K vs 6,305 for Minneapolis — a 5% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Cleveland has a violent crime rate of 1,561.1 per 100K while Minneapolis has 1,161.6. Minneapolis has lower violent crime.
About Cleveland, OH
Cleveland, a city on Lake Erie, boasts a rich industrial past and is home to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Its diverse population reflects a blend of historic European immigrant communities and growing newer populations. With a safety score of 2/100 and a population coverage of 362,762, Cleveland has a total crime rate of 5,987.4 per 100,000 residents.
About Minneapolis, MN
Minneapolis, Minnesota, a city bisected by the Mississippi River, boasts a vibrant arts scene, home to the iconic Guthrie Theater. Its diverse population is concentrated in a landscape of lakes and parks. With a safety score of 1/100 and a population coverage of 423,282, Minneapolis has a total crime rate of 6,304.5 per 100,000 residents.