Minot, ND Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Minot Police Department serves the city of Minot, ND in Ward County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,468 violent crimes and 3,710 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 69.5 per 100k residents, which is 34.5% below the national average. Property crime averages 101.2 per 100k, 38.2% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide 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 Rate69.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,468 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate2.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents23 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate6.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents231 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate19.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents454 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate101.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,710 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate25.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents699 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate54.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,241 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate19.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents729 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 69.5 | B | 2468 | 106.2 | -34.5% |
| Property Crime | 101.2 | A | 3710 | 163.6 | -38.2% |
| Homicide | 2.1 | F | 23 | 0.5 | +296.0% |
| Rape | 6.3 | F | 231 | 3.5 | +78.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 19.0 | B | 454 | 22.3 | -14.8% |
| Burglary | 25.3 | C | 699 | 24.0 | +5.2% |
| Larceny | 54.8 | A | 2241 | 116.4 | -52.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 19.0 | B | 729 | 22.2 | -14.4% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenmare | 11 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Burlington | 11 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Surrey | 11 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| New Town | 49 miles | A 38.7 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 44.3% lower Property: N/A |
| Stanley | 49 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |