Is Lino Lakes or Rochester Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Lino Lakes is safer than Rochester (Safety Score 85/100 vs 55/100), with a total crime rate of 697 per 100,000 versus 1,522 for Rochester — 54% lower. Lino Lakes has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Lino Lakes has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Rochester is 5.4x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Lino Lakes | Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 696.5 | 1,522.5 | -826.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 35.3 | 154.0 | -118.8 |
| Murder Rate | 4.4 | 4.1 | +0.3 |
| Rape Rate | 8.8 | 26.1 | -17.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 0.0 | 26.1 | -26.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 22.0 | 97.8 | -75.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 661.2 | 1,368.5 | -707.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 101.4 | 173.6 | -72.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 551.0 | 1,103.6 | -552.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 8.8 | 91.3 | -82.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lino Lakes or Rochester safer?
Lino Lakes is safer with a total crime rate of 697 per 100K vs 1,522 for Rochester — a 54% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Lino Lakes has a violent crime rate of 35.3 per 100K while Rochester has 154.0. Lino Lakes has lower violent crime.
About Lino Lakes, MN
Lino Lakes, a northern suburb of the Twin Cities, developed around its numerous lakes. Originally agricultural land, it incorporated in 1957 and is now a growing residential area with a population over 20,000. With a safety score of 85/100 and a population coverage of 22,685, Lino Lakes has a total crime rate of 696.5 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.