Crookston, MN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Crookston Police Department serves the city of Crookston, MN in Polk County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 660 violent crimes and 563 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 248.1 per 100k residents, which is 133.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 110.3 per 100k, 32.6% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate248.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents660 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate13.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents45 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate27.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents93 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate110.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents563 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate13.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents90 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate82.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents441 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate13.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents29 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 248.1 | F | 660 | 106.2 | +133.6% |
| Property Crime | 110.3 | B | 563 | 163.6 | -32.6% |
| Rape | 13.8 | F | 45 | 3.5 | +289.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 27.6 | D | 93 | 22.3 | +23.9% |
| Burglary | 13.8 | A | 90 | 24.0 | -42.7% |
| Larceny | 82.7 | B | 441 | 116.4 | -28.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 13.8 | A | 29 | 22.2 | -37.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Grand Forks | 22 miles | A 33.3 | A 22.2 | Violent: 86.6% lower Property: 79.8% lower |
| Thief River Falls | 33 miles | F 179.0 | B 145.4 | Violent: 27.9% lower Property: 31.9% higher |
| Barnesville | 61 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 71.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 34.9% lower |
| Dilworth | 61 miles | F 185.4 | F 576.7 | Violent: 25.3% lower Property: 423.0% higher |
| Hawley | 61 miles | A 43.0 | A 43.0 | Violent: 82.7% lower Property: 61.0% lower |