Hopkins, MN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Hopkins Police Department serves the city of Hopkins, MN in Hennepin County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,000 violent crimes and 1,992 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 89.3 per 100k residents, which is 15.9% below the national average. Property crime averages 145.2 per 100k, 11.3% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 14 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 Rate89.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,000 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate5.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents34 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate5.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents31 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate5.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents141 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate145.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,992 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate11.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents268 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate78.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,487 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate50.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents229 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 89.3 | B | 1000 | 106.2 | -15.9% |
| Property Crime | 145.2 | B | 1992 | 163.6 | -11.3% |
| Rape | 5.6 | D | 34 | 3.5 | +57.8% |
| Robbery | 5.6 | C | 31 | 5.8 | -4.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 5.6 | A | 141 | 22.3 | -74.9% |
| Burglary | 11.2 | A | 268 | 24.0 | -53.5% |
| Larceny | 78.2 | B | 1487 | 116.4 | -32.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 50.3 | F | 229 | 22.2 | +126.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 14 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 2 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 10 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnetonka | 3 miles | A 23.2 | D 202.7 | Violent: 74.1% lower Property: 39.7% higher |
| Edina | 3 miles | A 21.2 | B 138.5 | Violent: 76.3% lower Property: 4.6% lower |
| St. Louis Park | 4 miles | A 68.4 | F 329.6 | Violent: 23.4% lower Property: 127.1% higher |
| Golden Valley | 5 miles | A 4.7 | A 66.4 | Violent: 94.7% lower Property: 54.3% lower |
| Eden Prairie | 5 miles | A 14.6 | B 120.0 | Violent: 83.7% lower Property: 17.3% lower |