Moorhead, MN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Moorhead Police Department serves the city of Moorhead, MN in Clay County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,277 violent crimes and 5,087 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 131.0 per 100k residents, which is 23.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 142.1 per 100k, 13.1% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate131.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,277 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate2.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents151 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate2.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents72 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate42.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents680 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate142.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,087 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate20.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents985 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate91.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,409 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate28.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents658 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 131.0 | D | 2277 | 106.2 | +23.4% |
| Property Crime | 142.1 | B | 5087 | 163.6 | -13.1% |
| Rape | 2.2 | A | 151 | 3.5 | -37.2% |
| Robbery | 2.2 | A | 72 | 5.8 | -61.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 42.2 | F | 680 | 22.3 | +89.6% |
| Burglary | 20.0 | B | 985 | 24.0 | -16.8% |
| Larceny | 91.1 | B | 3409 | 116.4 | -21.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 28.9 | D | 658 | 22.2 | +30.2% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnesville | 13 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 71.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 49.5% lower |
| Dilworth | 13 miles | F 185.4 | F 576.7 | Violent: 41.5% higher Property: 305.7% higher |
| Hawley | 13 miles | A 43.0 | A 43.0 | Violent: 67.2% lower Property: 69.8% lower |
| Breckenridge | 39 miles | F 181.2 | A 30.2 | Violent: 38.2% higher Property: 78.8% lower |
| Detroit Lakes | 44 miles | C 99.9 | C 179.8 | Violent: 23.8% lower Property: 26.5% higher |