Detroit Lakes, MN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Detroit Lakes Police Department serves the city of Detroit Lakes, MN in Becker County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 406 violent crimes and 1,191 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 99.9 per 100k residents, which is 5.9% below the national average. Property crime averages 179.8 per 100k, 9.9% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 2 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 CAnnual Rate99.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents406 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate30.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents76 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate179.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,191 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate10.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents140 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate169.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents976 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 99.9 | C | 406 | 106.2 | -5.9% |
| Property Crime | 179.8 | C | 1191 | 163.6 | +9.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 30.0 | D | 76 | 22.3 | +34.7% |
| Burglary | 10.0 | A | 140 | 24.0 | -58.4% |
| Larceny | 169.8 | D | 976 | 116.4 | +46.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Female | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pelican Rapids | 29 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Barnesville | 31 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 71.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 60.1% lower |
| Dilworth | 31 miles | F 185.4 | F 576.7 | Violent: 85.5% higher Property: 220.7% higher |
| Hawley | 31 miles | A 43.0 | A 43.0 | Violent: 57.0% lower Property: 76.1% lower |
| Fergus Falls | 38 miles | A 49.2 | B 140.6 | Violent: 50.7% lower Property: 21.8% lower |