55720 Zip Code, Cloquet

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Cloquet

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 101 / 300 High
Violent Crime 113
13% above national avg
Property Crime 129
29% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 55720 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 55720 in Cloquet, MN has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 101, which is 1% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Cloquet.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 139, 39% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 102).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 139 (39% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 102 (2% above avg)

55720 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Cloquet city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
121 +21% Moderate
Assault
102 +2% Moderate
Robbery
113 +13% Moderate
Rape
117 +17% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
112 +12% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
137 +37% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
139 +39% Moderate

55720 Crime Map

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55720 Demographics & Context

Population
16,541
Median Income
$62,077
Home Value
$234,393
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
99/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.6%
Graduate Degree 6.8%

Housing

67%
33%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 80.9%
Black 0.5%
Hispanic 1.8%
Asian 0.9%
55720 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 55720, Cloquet?

Zip code 55720 in Cloquet, MN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 101, which is 1% above the national average. Zip code 55720 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Cloquet.

Is Zip code 55720 a safe neighborhood in Cloquet?

Zip code 55720 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Cloquet, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 139), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 102). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Cloquet.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 55720?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 55720 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 139 (39% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 55720?

Zip code 55720 has a population of approximately 16,541. The median household income is $62,077. The median home value is $234,393. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 55720 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 55720's overall crime rate is 1% above the national average (index 101 vs 100). Within Cloquet, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.