Wadena, MN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Wadena Police Department serves the city of Wadena, MN in Otter Tail, Wadena County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 208 violent crimes and 355 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 91.7 per 100k residents, which is 13.6% below the national average. Property crime averages 137.6 per 100k, 15.9% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Violent Crime 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 BAnnual Rate91.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents208 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate137.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents355 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate137.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents321 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 91.7 | B | 208 | 106.2 | -13.6% |
| Property Crime | 137.6 | B | 355 | 163.6 | -15.9% |
| Larceny | 137.6 | C | 321 | 116.4 | +18.2% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Menahga | 12 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Pelican Rapids | 28 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Long Prairie | 28 miles | A 26.9 | A 53.7 | Violent: 70.7% lower Property: 61.0% lower |
| Staples | 28 miles | D 131.2 | F 262.3 | Violent: 43.0% higher Property: 90.7% higher |
| Osakis | 38 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 57.3 | Violent: N/A Property: 58.3% lower |