Is Minneapolis or Tacoma Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Minneapolis is safer than Tacoma (Safety Score 1/100 vs 1/100), with a total crime rate of 6,305 per 100,000 versus 6,667 for Tacoma — 5% lower. Minneapolis has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Tacoma has a 50% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Minneapolis, MN?
Minneapolis — 5-Year Trend
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Tacoma — 5-Year Trend
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Tacoma, WA
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Minneapolis | Tacoma | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 6,304.5 | 6,666.7 | -362.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,161.6 | 1,063.0 | +98.6 |
| Murder Rate | 18.0 | 9.8 | +8.1 |
| Rape Rate | 89.1 | 67.9 | +21.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 371.9 | 184.4 | +187.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 681.3 | 801.0 | -119.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 5,142.9 | 5,603.6 | -460.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 618.7 | 669.7 | -51.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,977.5 | 3,521.3 | -543.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 1,546.7 | 1,412.6 | +134.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Minneapolis or Tacoma safer?
Minneapolis is safer with a total crime rate of 6,305 per 100K vs 6,667 for Tacoma — a 5% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Minneapolis has a violent crime rate of 1,161.6 per 100K while Tacoma has 1,063.0. Tacoma 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 Tacoma, WA
Tacoma, nestled on Commencement Bay, boasts a rich industrial past, once a major port for timber and rail. Today, this diverse city, home to over 200,000 residents, features a vibrant arts scene and stunning views of Mount Rainier. With a safety score of 1/100 and a population coverage of 223,980, Tacoma has a total crime rate of 6,666.7 per 100,000 residents.