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Is North Mankato, Minnesota Safe?

Population 14,165 · Safer than 40% of US cities

Declining· 2023 FBI UCR data

North Mankato is a smaller community of 14,165 people with a C safety grade. Crime runs well below the national average for violent offenses, and the overall rate sits at 203.2 per 1,000. Property crime makes up the majority of offenses, with theft at 1,263 per 100K.

North Mankato Crime Rates vs State and National Averages

MetricNorth MankatoMinnesota AvgNational Avg
Violent Crime Rate216.5323.9363.8
Property Crime Rate1815.22036.71,832.3
Murder Rate4.0--5.7
Assault Rate170.0--268.2
Theft Rate1263.0--1,401.5
Vehicle Theft Rate249.0--318.3

All rates per 100,000 residents. 2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report + Census Bureau population estimates.

Overall SafetyC

203.2 crimes per 1,000 residents

Violent CrimeB-

217/100K (national avg: 364)

Property CrimeC

1815/100K (national avg: 1,832)

Key Crime Statistics for North Mankato

Violent crime in North Mankato is well below the national average. The rate of 216.5 per 100K falls below the national 363.8.

Property crime is close to the national average at 1815.2 per 100K vs. the national 1,832.3.

Theft is the most reported crime at 1,263 per 100K. The national average is 1,401.5.

North Mankato Crime Breakdown by Category

Murder4
070% of avgAvg: 5.7
Assault170
063% of avgAvg: 268.2
Robbery32
051% of avgAvg: 63.3
Burglary213
079% of avgAvg: 269.8
Theft1,263
090% of avgAvg: 1,401.5
Vehicle Theft249
078% of avgAvg: 318.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. Vertical marker = national average.

How North Mankato Compares

Violent Crime Rate (per 100K)

North Mankato
216.5
State
323.9
National
363.8

Property Crime Rate (per 100K)

North Mankato
1815.2
State
2036.7
National
1832.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. National averages from 2023 FBI UCR data.

Frequently Asked Questions About North Mankato Safety

Is North Mankato safe?
It depends on where in North Mankato you are. The city gets a C overall, with violent crime well below the national average and property crime close to the national average. Some areas are safer than others.
What is the crime rate in North Mankato?
203.2 per 1,000 residents. That breaks down to a violent crime rate of 216.5 per 100,000 (the national average is 363.8) and property crime at 1815.2 per 100,000 (national average: 1832.3).
Is North Mankato safe for tourists?
Stick to well-traveled areas and you'll be fine. North Mankato has a C grade, so it's not the safest destination, but tourist areas generally see less violent crime than the citywide average suggests.
What are the safest neighborhoods in North Mankato?
Neighborhood-level data varies, but suburban residential areas in North Mankato generally report lower crime than downtown or commercial districts. For block-level detail, check the North Mankato police department's crime map.
Is crime increasing in North Mankato?
Yes, there's been an uptick. North Mankato's crime rates have moved in the wrong direction recently, though the city still holds a C grade overall.
How does North Mankato compare to other cities in Minnesota?
Middle of the pack for Minnesota. North Mankato isn't the safest option in the state, but it's not the most concerning either, ranking around the 48th percentile among Minnesota cities.
How safe is North Mankato to live in?
Worth factoring into your decision. Violent crime is well below the national average, which is encouraging. The upward trend in crime is concerning.
How bad is crime in North Mankato?
Mixed. Violent crime is well below the national average, and property crime is close to the national average. It's not great, but it's not the worst either, landing at the 40th percentile nationally.
What is the violent crime rate in North Mankato?
216.5 per 100,000, which is 40% below the national average of 363.8. That includes assault (170), robbery (32), and murder (4.0) per 100,000.

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