North St. Paul, MN Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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18%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

72%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

8%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

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.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	North St. Paul_{/100k people}	Minnesota_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	289	n/a (estimate)	1,900	2,247	2,324
Murder	2	n/a	13.2	3.2	6.3
Rape	2	n/a	13.2	40.7	40.0
Robbery	2	n/a	13.2	57.0	66.1
Assault	10	n/a	65.8	179.7	268.2
Violent crime	16	n/a (estimate)	105	281	370
Burglary	23	n/a	151.2	214.2	269.8
Theft	201	n/a	1,321.7	1,464.8	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	49	n/a	322.2	287.9	282.7
Property crime	273	n/a (estimate)	1,795	1,967	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in North St. Paul, MN

Crime is typically categorized into two main types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. Based on the most recent report, the North St. Paul crime rate is lower than the national average by 18.2%. Specifically, there were 16 violent crimes in North St. Paul, equivalent to 105 per 100,000 individuals, lower than the national average by 71.6%. Furthermore, North St. Paul recorded 273 property crimes, amounting to 1795 per 100,000 residents, which was lower than the average by 8.2%.

North St. Paul shines as one of the safest cities in the United States, thanks to its remarkably low rate of only 105 violent incidents per 100,000 residents. This impressive safety record has made North St. Paul an attractive choice for individuals seeking a secure and hospitable community to call home.

Although the murder rates in America have decreased steadily since 1990, over the last few years there has been an uptick. North St. Paul has one of the highest murder rates in the country when compared to all other cities that reported crime in the U.S. There were a total of 2 murders in North St. Paul, which is 13 murders per 100,000 people.

North St. Paul has a property crime rate that closely mirrors the national average. There were a total of 1795 property crimes in North St. Paul, while the national average was 1954 per 100,000 people. This results in the area being no safer or more dangerous than the average city.

Is North St. Paul a Safe Place to Live?

Before you decide to relocate, it’s always good to ask yourself “Is North St. Paul 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 North St. Paul crime rate is 18% lower than the national average. If we break that down daily, that translates into 0.79 crimes per day - 0.04 violent crimes and 0.75 property crimes.

Has Crime in North St. Paul Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows residents and potential residents to assess the crime in North St. Paul. A decrease in crime rates may indicate improving safety, while an increase could raise concerns. The year-over-year crime rate in North St. Paul has decreased by 12.4%. Violent crimes have decreased by 33.3%, while property crimes have decreased by 10.8%. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, authorities and communities can identify trends and patterns in criminal activity. This helps in understanding whether crime is increasing, decreasing, or remaining stable over time.

Potential Causes for Crime in North St. Paul

The economic well-being of a city's residents plays a significant role in crime rates. High poverty rates and income inequality can lead to increased crime stats as individuals may resort to illegal activities to meet their basic needs. While lower rates could lead to a lower North St. Paul crime rate. The poverty level in North St. Paul is 8%, while the national average is 15.1%.

The level of education within a community can impact crime rates. Higher educational attainment often correlates with lower crime rates, as it provides individuals with better job opportunities and alternatives to criminal behavior. While lower educational achievement rates tend to lead to higher crime rates. In North St. Paul, 86.7% of people have completed high school, while 83% of people have completed high school nationally.

Escalating cost of living expenses, encompassing exorbitant housing costs, grocery and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards criminal activities, including theft or burglary, as a means of addressing their financial hardships. Conversely, cities characterized by a lower cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, potentially resulting in a reduced crime rate. In North St. Paul, the cost of living is 1.42% lower than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

North St. Paul crime map

The North St. Paul crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in North St. Paul 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 North St. Paul crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the North St. Paul 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

North St. Paul crime rates are 18% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in North St. Paul are 72% lower than the national average
In North St. Paul you have a 1 in 53 chance of becoming a victim of crime
North St. Paul is safer than 59% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in North St. Paul has decreased by 28%

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Daily Crime In North St. Paul (per 100,000 people)

The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in North St. Paul for every 100,000 residents. The North St. Paul total amount of daily crime is 1.18 times less than the Minnesota average and 1.22 times less than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in North St. Paul, is 2.67 times less than the Minnesota average, and it is 3.51 times less than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that North St. Paul has a daily crime average that is 1.10 times less than the Minnesota average and 1.09 times less than the daily national rate.

How Safe is North St. Paul (higher is better)

Is North St. Paul safe in comparison to other cities in the state of Minnesota as well as in comparison to the rest of the areas across the United States. Using the gauges above, which compare crime in North St. Paul to other cities in the state and across the country, North St. Paul is 38% safer than other cities of Minnesota and 59% safer than other cities in the nation. North St. Paul has a ranks above average in comparison to other cities in the country.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in North St. Paul

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in North St. Paul is 1 in 951

The chance of being a victim of property crime in North St. Paul is 1 in 56

The chance of being a victim of crime in North St. Paul is 1 in 53

Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in North St. Paul? In North St. Paul, you have a 1 in 951 chance of falling victim to a violent crime, such as rape, robbery, assault, or even murder. In terms of property crime, your chances of being a victim are 1 in 56. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in North St. Paul, MN is 1 in 53.

Year Over Year Crime In North St. Paul (per 100,000 people)

Determining whether North St. Paul is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. North St. Paul violent crime rates have decreased by 45%. At the same time, property crime has decreased by 26% year over year. Total crimes for North St. Paul has decreased by 28% in the same time frame.

North St. Paul police department

Item	North St. Paul	Minnesota	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	20	7,759	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	1.7	1.8	3.3

There are a total of 20 North St. Paul police officers. This results in 1.7 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 5% less than the Minnesota average and 47.3% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Minnesota

State	Total offenders	Minnesota_/100K	National_/100K
Minnesota	1,283	26	266

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}
Dellwood, MN	1,295	39	276	316
Afton, MN	3,008	44	309	353
Bayport, MN	3,758	51	409	460
North Hudson, WI	3,819	76	455	531
Grant, MN	4,106	73	511	584
North Oaks, MN	5,244	73	511	584
Lakeland, MN	1,723	81	564	645
North St. Paul, MN	12,421	105	1,795	1,900

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Derby, CT	12,420	359	3,047	3,406
Blue Ash, OH	12,417	105	2,073	2,178
West Monroe, LA	12,431	1,719	6,459	8,178
Markham, IL	12,401	402	2,357	2,759
Wilmington, OH	12,444	350	2,122	2,472
North St. Paul, MN	12,421	105	1,795	1,900

Source: The North St. Paul, 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.