Bloomington, MN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Bloomington Police Department serves the city of Bloomington, MN in Hennepin County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,498 violent crimes and 15,951 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 76.0 per 100k residents, which is 28.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 300.7 per 100k, 83.8% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 8 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 BAnnual Rate76.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,498 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents284 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate8.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents301 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate26.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents696 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate300.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents15,951 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate9.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,000 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate271.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents13,610 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate19.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,279 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 76.0 | B | 3498 | 106.2 | -28.4% |
| Property Crime | 300.7 | F | 15951 | 163.6 | +83.8% |
| Rape | 3.5 | C | 284 | 3.5 | -2.2% |
| Robbery | 8.1 | D | 301 | 5.8 | +38.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 26.5 | C | 696 | 22.3 | +19.1% |
| Burglary | 9.2 | A | 1000 | 24.0 | -61.6% |
| Larceny | 271.9 | F | 13610 | 116.4 | +133.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 19.6 | B | 1279 | 22.2 | -11.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 8 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 2 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 3 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richfield | 4 miles | A 60.1 | C 185.8 | Violent: 21.0% lower Property: 38.2% lower |
| Edina | 7 miles | A 21.2 | B 138.5 | Violent: 72.2% lower Property: 53.9% lower |
| Eagan | 7 miles | A 41.8 | C 165.8 | Violent: 45.0% lower Property: 44.9% lower |
| Apple Valley | 8 miles | A 49.1 | C 149.1 | Violent: 35.4% lower Property: 50.4% lower |
| Eden Prairie | 8 miles | A 14.6 | B 120.0 | Violent: 80.8% lower Property: 60.1% lower |