Is Eden Prairie or Rochester Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Eden Prairie is safer than Rochester (Safety Score 61/100 vs 55/100), with a total crime rate of 1,353 per 100,000 versus 1,522 for Rochester — 11% lower. Eden Prairie has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Eden Prairie has a 69% lower rate.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Eden Prairie | Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,352.6 | 1,522.5 | -169.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 73.2 | 154.0 | -80.9 |
| Murder Rate | 1.6 | 4.1 | -2.5 |
| Rape Rate | 29.3 | 26.1 | +3.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 8.1 | 26.1 | -18.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 34.1 | 97.8 | -63.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,279.5 | 1,368.5 | -89.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 69.9 | 173.6 | -103.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,165.7 | 1,103.6 | +62.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 43.9 | 91.3 | -47.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Eden Prairie or Rochester safer?
Eden Prairie is safer with a total crime rate of 1,353 per 100K vs 1,522 for Rochester — a 11% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Eden Prairie has a violent crime rate of 73.2 per 100K while Rochester has 154.0. Eden Prairie has lower violent crime.
About Eden Prairie, MN
Eden Prairie, a Twin Cities suburb, grew significantly after the 1960s with the construction of I-494. Situated on the Minnesota River bluffs, it's home to a diverse population and numerous corporate headquarters. With a safety score of 61/100 and a population coverage of 61,511, Eden Prairie has a total crime rate of 1,352.6 per 100,000 residents.
About Rochester, MN
Rochester, Minnesota, home to the Mayo Clinic, is a city in southeastern Minnesota. Its population of over 120,000 makes it the state's third-largest city. With a safety score of 55/100 and a population coverage of 122,694, Rochester has a total crime rate of 1,522.5 per 100,000 residents.