Is Minneapolis or North St. Paul Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, North St. Paul is safer than Minneapolis (Safety Score 45/100 vs 1/100), with a total crime rate of 1,841 per 100,000 versus 6,305 for Minneapolis — 71% lower. Minneapolis has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where North St. Paul has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Minneapolis is 33.2x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Minneapolis — 5-Year Trend
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North St. Paul — 5-Year Trend
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Minneapolis, MN
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Minneapolis | North St. Paul | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 6,304.5 | 1,841.4 | +4,463.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,161.6 | 188.1 | +973.6 |
| Murder Rate | 18.0 | 0.0 | +18.0 |
| Rape Rate | 89.1 | 7.8 | +81.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 371.9 | 7.8 | +364.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 681.3 | 172.4 | +509.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 5,142.9 | 1,653.4 | +3,489.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 618.7 | 219.4 | +399.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,977.5 | 1,308.6 | +1,668.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 1,546.7 | 125.4 | +1,421.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Minneapolis or North St. Paul safer?
North St. Paul is safer with a total crime rate of 1,841 per 100K vs 6,305 for Minneapolis — a 71% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Minneapolis has a violent crime rate of 1,161.6 per 100K while North St. Paul has 188.1. North St. Paul has lower violent crime.
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.
About North St. Paul, MN
North St. Paul, a Ramsey County suburb, is known for its historic "Manitou Days" celebration and its iconic snowman water tower. Located just east of St. Paul, it's a small, established community with a mix of housing types. With a safety score of 45/100 and a population coverage of 12,762, North St. Paul has a total crime rate of 1,841.4 per 100,000 residents.