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36%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
54%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
32%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleHastings/100k peopleMinnesota/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime325n/a (estimate)1,4932,2472,324
Murder0n/a0.03.26.3
Rape7n/a32.240.740.0
Robbery4n/a18.457.066.1
Assault26n/a119.4179.7268.2
Violent crime37n/a (estimate)170281370
Burglary35n/a160.8214.2269.8
Theft239n/a1,097.71,464.81,401.9
Vehicle theft14n/a64.3287.9282.7
Property crime288n/a (estimate)1,3231,9671,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Hastings, MN

Looking at the most recent crime report, the crime rate in Hastings is 35.8% lower than the national average. These crimes fall into two primary categories: violent and property. Violent crimes encompass murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes involve theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In Hastings, there were 37 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 170 per 100,000 individuals, 54% lower than the national average. Additionally, there were 288 property crimes, amounting to 1323 per 100,000 residents, 32.3% lower than the U.S. average.

In a remarkable testament to the city's commitment to safety, Hastings reported a murder rate of 0. This could indicate that it is a very safe place to live, but also serves as an inspiration to other urban areas striving for safer communities. Examining the full crime report will provide a complete overview of all crimes - violent and property.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Hastings?

AreaVibes conducted surveys inquiring about the safety perception of Hastings residents. Out of the respondents (11 in total), 64% expressed a strong sense of security, believing that crime rates in Hastings were low, and they felt comfortable walking alone at night. Conversely, 36% held a contrasting viewpoint, expressing concerns about safety in the area and feeling uncomfortable walking alone during the nighttime hours.

Is Hastings a Safe Place to Live?

Before you decide to relocate, it’s always good to ask yourself “Is Hastings a safe place to live?” Although the answer might not be that simple, as some areas are safer than others, getting a good feel for the overall rate of crime can definitely be helpful. Overall, the Hastings crime rate is 36% lower than the national average. If we break that down daily, that translates into 0.89 crimes per day - 0.1 violent crimes and 0.79 property crimes.

Has Crime in Hastings Increased Since Last Year?

Examining year-over-year crime data provides insights into short-term trends with regards to the crime activity in Hastings. This analysis involves comparing crime rates from one year to the next, enabling the identification of patterns and fluctuations in crime. Such information proves invaluable to residents seeking to make well-informed decisions about their choice of residence. In the most recent year, compared to the previous one, total crime in Hastings has decreased by 7.4%. Specifically, violent crime has increased by 68.2%, while property crime has decreased by 12.5%. This data empowers individuals with a clearer understanding of the evolving safety landscape in Hastings.

Potential Causes for Crime in Hastings

In Hastings, the cost of living is 0.81% lower than the national average. A substantial cost of living can burden residents, particularly those with constrained financial means. When individuals contend with steep housing expenses, grocery bills, utility costs, healthcare and essential needs that strain their budgets, they may turn to criminal activities, such as theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. Conversely, cities characterized by a more affordable cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, which could potentially lead to decreased crime rates.

In Hastings, the median home price stands at $229,900, diverging from the national average of $184,700. Elevated housing costs often induce financial strain among residents. When individuals grapple with the challenges of affording housing, they may find themselves compelled to resort to criminal activities as a means of addressing their financial hardships, including acts like theft or fraud. This predicament is particularly pronounced in areas where housing affordability poses a persistent issue, giving rise to heightened concerns regarding crime. In such instances, some individuals and families may find themselves constrained to reside in cramped or subpar housing conditions, exacerbating stress levels and potentially fostering domestic disputes and associated criminal incidents.

In Hastings, the average rental rates are $972 per month, compared to the national average of $949. Rapid increases in rental costs can lead to neighborhood instability as residents are forced to move frequently in search of more affordable housing. This transience can weaken community bonds and hinder the establishment of social support networks, which can indirectly contribute to crime. While affordable rent and areas with higher income per capita, allow for long term renters and community bonds to the formed, therefore reducing crime rates on the long term.

Hastings crime map



The Hastings crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Hastings as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Hastings crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Hastings crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.
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      Crime Quick Facts

      • Hastings crime rates are 36% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Hastings are 54% lower than the national average
      • In Hastings you have a 1 in 67 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Hastings is safer than 57% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Hastings has decreased by 2%

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        Daily Crime In Hastings (per 100,000 people)

        The chart above shows the number of daily crimes in Hastings, MN per 100,000 people. In Hastings, the number of daily crimes is projected to be 1.51 times less than the Minnesota average and 1.56 times less than the national average. The average number of daily violent crimes in Hastings is 1.65 times less than the Minnesota average and 2.18 times less than the daily national average. With regards to property crimes, Hastings has a daily crime rate that is 1.49 times less than the Minnesota average and 1.48 times less than the overall daily national average.

        How Safe is Hastings (higher is better)

        How safe is Hastings, Minnesota compared to other cities in Minnesota and the rest of the cities across the United States? The graphs above show that Hastings is safer than 34% of the cities in Minnesota and 57% of the cities in the United States. These results are calculated by analyzing all cities in Minnesota and across the US as a whole and determining how many areas have a lower crime rate than Hastings. Overall, Hastings is ranked above average compared to all other cities across the United States.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Hastings

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Hastings is 1 in 589
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Hastings is 1 in 76
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Hastings is 1 in 67
        How likely are you to become a victim of crime? In Hastings, Minnesota you have a 1 in 589 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery and assault. With regards to property crime, you have a 1 in 76 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 67 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Hastings.

        Year Over Year Crime In Hastings (per 100,000 people)

        An ideal indicator of whether Hastings is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live can be done by analyzing the year over year crime rates per 100,000 people. Year over year violent crime in Hastings has increased by 77% and the rate of property crime in Hastings has decreased by 8%. The total crime rate in Hastings has decreased by 2% year to year.

        Hastings police department

        Item Hastings Minnesota National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)327,759558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents1.41.83.3
        There are a total of 32 Hastings police officers. This results in 1.4 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 21.1% less than the Minnesota average and 56.3% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Minnesota

        State Total offenders Minnesota /100K National /100K
        Minnesota1,28326266
        There are a total of 1,283 sex offenders in Minnesota. This yields a total of 26 sex offenders in Minnesota per 100,000 residents which is 90% less than the national average.

        Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Afton, MN3,00844309353
        Prescott, WI4,27892346438
        Rosemount, MN24,79247567614
        River Falls, WI15,87058600658
        Lake St. Croix Beach, MN1,091102714816
        Lilydale, MN892114795908
        Sunfish Lake, MN525114795908
        Hastings, MN22,7961701,3231,493

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        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Radcliff, KY22,7962052,2152,420
        Winter Gardens, CA22,7856072,8443,451
        Granite Bay, CA22,8182109841,194
        Keene, NH22,8231722,1402,312
        Eastmont, WA22,8293252,9043,230
        Hastings, MN22,7961701,3231,493
        Source: The Hastings, MN crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.