Is Edmond or Rochester Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Edmond is safer than Rochester (Safety Score 55/100 vs 55/100), with a total crime rate of 1,521 per 100,000 versus 1,522 for Rochester — 0% lower. Edmond has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Edmond has a 61% lower rate.
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Edmond, OK
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Edmond | Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,521.4 | 1,522.5 | -1.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 165.2 | 154.0 | +11.2 |
| Murder Rate | 2.0 | 4.1 | -2.1 |
| Rape Rate | 37.3 | 26.1 | +11.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 10.1 | 26.1 | -16.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 115.9 | 97.8 | +18.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,356.2 | 1,368.5 | -12.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 209.6 | 173.6 | +36.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,095.2 | 1,103.6 | -8.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 51.4 | 91.3 | -39.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Edmond or Rochester safer?
Edmond is safer with a total crime rate of 1,521 per 100K vs 1,522 for Rochester — a 0% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Edmond has a violent crime rate of 165.2 per 100K while Rochester has 154.0. Rochester has lower violent crime.
About Edmond, OK
Edmond, a northern Oklahoma City suburb, was founded during the 1889 Land Run. It boasts a median household income significantly higher than the state average. With a safety score of 55/100 and a population coverage of 99,249, Edmond has a total crime rate of 1,521.4 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.