Is North Mankato or Rochester Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, North Mankato is safer than Rochester (Safety Score 74/100 vs 55/100), with a total crime rate of 999 per 100,000 versus 1,522 for Rochester — 34% lower. North Mankato has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where North Mankato has a 73% lower rate.
Note: Rochester is 8.8x 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 | North Mankato | Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 998.5 | 1,522.5 | -524.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 149.8 | 154.0 | -4.3 |
| Murder Rate | 7.1 | 4.1 | +3.1 |
| Rape Rate | 64.2 | 26.1 | +38.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 7.1 | 26.1 | -19.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 71.3 | 97.8 | -26.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 848.7 | 1,368.5 | -519.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 92.7 | 173.6 | -80.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 741.7 | 1,103.6 | -361.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 14.3 | 91.3 | -77.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is North Mankato or Rochester safer?
North Mankato is safer with a total crime rate of 999 per 100K vs 1,522 for Rochester — a 34% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
North Mankato has a violent crime rate of 149.8 per 100K while Rochester has 154.0. North Mankato has lower violent crime.
About North Mankato, MN
North Mankato, Minnesota, a city across the Minnesota River from Mankato, was once home to the prominent financier John L. Washburn. Its population of over 14,000 residents is primarily concentrated along the river valley and up the slopes of the surrounding bluffs. With a safety score of 74/100 and a population coverage of 14,021, North Mankato has a total crime rate of 998.5 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.