Benson, MN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Benson Police Department serves the city of Benson, MN in Swift County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 72 violent crimes and 0 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 58.3 per 100k residents, which is 45.1% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Violent Crime 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 AAnnual Rate58.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents72 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate58.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents22 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 58.3 | A | 72 | 106.2 | -45.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 58.3 | F | 22 | 22.3 | +162.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montevideo | 20 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Starbuck | 20 miles | B 69.7 | A 69.7 | Violent: 19.5% higher Property: N/A |
| Appleton | 22 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Glenwood | 25 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Willmar | 31 miles | A 42.0 | B 144.8 | Violent: 27.9% lower Property: N/A |