Minneapolis, MN Crime Map

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Minneapolis Crime

Is Minneapolis safe?

Minneapolis earns a city-wide Safety Rating of A (Very Safe) when neighborhood-level data is aggregated across all 244 analyzed neighborhoods. A striking 71.7% of neighborhoods hold an A grade, and a combined 92% are rated A or B — meaning the vast majority of the metro area qualifies as safe or very safe. Only 2% of neighborhoods fall into the D or F range, which includes areas like Sumner-Glenwood (F) and Ventura Village (D-). Neighborhoods such as Pinebrook, The Lakes, and Oaks of Shenandoah — all graded A+ — reflect the high safety standard that defines most of Minneapolis. That said, the city carries an overall Crime Grade of C-, which accounts for concentrated crime in a small number of higher-risk corridors. Using the Minneapolis crime map to check specific neighborhood grades before visiting or relocating is always a smart step.

What is the crime rate in Minneapolis?

Crime rates in Minneapolis vary considerably by neighborhood, which is why letter grades are more informative than a single citywide number. Of the 244 neighborhoods analyzed, 175 (71.7%) earn an A grade, 50 (20.5%) earn a B, and just 15 (6.1%) land at C. At the higher-risk end, 3 neighborhoods (1.2%) are graded D — including Near North and Phillips West — and 1 neighborhood (0.4%) is graded F, which is Sumner-Glenwood. Village Creek sits at a C-, representing a middle-ground area worth monitoring. The city's overall Crime Grade of C- reflects this concentration of crime in a small slice of the city rather than a widespread problem. Minneapolis's poverty rate of 18.3% and unemployment rate of 5.2% are contextual factors that correlate with crime clustering in specific neighborhoods.

What are the safest neighborhoods in Minneapolis?

Ten neighborhoods currently hold the top A+ safety grade in Minneapolis. Pinebrook leads the list with a median household income of $171,470 and a population of about 1,334 residents. Deacon's Walk follows closely with a median income of $154,937, while Concord — home to roughly 2,115 residents — reports a median income of $147,463. Harpers Street ($146,681 median income) and The Lakes ($136,768, population 3,137) round out the upper tier. Other A+ neighborhoods include Oaks of Shenandoah (pop. 3,362, income $131,222), Club West ($118,969), Crestview ($114,390), College Park ($110,924), and Forest ($94,040). These communities share a common profile: relatively higher incomes, lower population density in some cases, and consistently low crime activity. The Minneapolis crime map allows you to zoom into any of these neighborhoods for a granular view of incident history.

Which neighborhoods in Minneapolis have the highest crime?

Out of 244 neighborhoods, only a small fraction — roughly 2% — are graded D or F. Sumner-Glenwood is the sole F-graded neighborhood in Minneapolis, making it the area of greatest concern citywide. Ventura Village holds a D- grade, and both Phillips West and Near North carry D grades. Village Creek is rated C-, placing it at the lower end of the mid-tier range. These five neighborhoods account for a disproportionate share of the city's crime activity relative to their geographic footprint. It's worth noting that even within higher-crime neighborhoods, crime is often concentrated on specific blocks rather than spread uniformly — the interactive crime map can help identify those micro-level patterns.

Is Minneapolis a good place to live?

By most measures, Minneapolis offers a strong quality of life. The city's median household income of $66,068 and median home value of $267,305 are competitive for a major metro area, and the median rent of $1,078 remains relatively affordable. The population of approximately 2.89 million reflects a large, diverse urban region with robust cultural, employment, and recreational opportunities. Critically, 92% of the city's 244 neighborhoods are graded A or B for safety, meaning most residents live in areas with low crime activity. The city's overall Crime Grade of C- is pulled down by a concentrated set of neighborhoods — primarily Sumner-Glenwood, Ventura Village, and Near North — rather than reflecting a citywide trend. For families, professionals, and students prioritizing safety, neighborhoods like Pinebrook, Oaks of Shenandoah, and The Lakes offer A+ environments with strong income profiles and established communities.

How does neighborhood income relate to safety in Minneapolis?

The data across Minneapolis's 244 neighborhoods shows a clear pattern: higher-income neighborhoods consistently earn higher safety grades. All ten A+ neighborhoods have median household incomes well above the city median of $66,068 — ranging from $94,040 in Forest to $171,470 in Pinebrook. By contrast, the neighborhoods with D and F grades — such as Sumner-Glenwood and Ventura Village — tend to be located in areas where poverty and unemployment are more prevalent. Minneapolis's citywide poverty rate of 18.3% and 5.2% unemployment rate are not evenly distributed, and the crime map reflects that geographic unevenness. This doesn't mean lower-income areas are uniformly unsafe — 92% of all neighborhoods, across income levels, are graded A or B — but income concentration does correlate with where the small share of D and F grades appear.