Is Minot or West Chester Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Minot is safer than West Chester (Safety Score 49/100 vs 49/100), with a total crime rate of 1,722 per 100,000 versus 1,729 for West Chester — 0% lower. Minot has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where West Chester has a 100% lower rate.
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Minot, ND
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Minot | West Chester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,721.9 | 1,728.9 | -7.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 318.9 | 96.3 | +222.6 |
| Murder Rate | 2.1 | 1.6 | +0.6 |
| Rape Rate | 53.2 | 22.1 | +31.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 44.6 | 0.0 | +44.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 219.0 | 72.6 | +146.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,403.0 | 1,632.6 | -229.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 240.2 | 129.5 | +110.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 939.6 | 1,356.3 | -416.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 223.2 | 146.8 | +76.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Minot or West Chester safer?
Minot is safer with a total crime rate of 1,722 per 100K vs 1,729 for West Chester — a 0% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Minot has a violent crime rate of 318.9 per 100K while West Chester has 96.3. West Chester has lower violent crime.
About Minot, ND
Minot, home to the Scandinavian Heritage Park, sits in northern North Dakota. This city of about 48,000 residents is a regional hub near the Canadian border. With a safety score of 49/100 and a population coverage of 47,041, Minot has a total crime rate of 1,721.9 per 100,000 residents.
About West Chester, OH
West Chester, Ohio, a suburb north of Cincinnati, saw significant growth in the late 20th century. Home to the National Voice of America Museum of Broadcasting, it boasts a diverse population exceeding 60,000. With a safety score of 49/100 and a population coverage of 63,335, West Chester has a total crime rate of 1,728.9 per 100,000 residents.