56716 Zip Code, Crookston

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Crookston

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 117 / 300 High
Violent Crime 120
20% above national avg
Property Crime 126
26% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 56716 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 56716 in Crookston, MN has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Crookston.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 143, 43% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 99).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 143 (43% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 99 (1% below avg)

56716 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
134 +34% Moderate
Assault
99 -1% Average
Robbery
102 +2% Moderate
Rape
143 +43% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
114 +14% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
132 +32% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
133 +33% Moderate

56716 Crime Map

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56716 Demographics & Context

Population
9,652
Median Income
$67,661
Home Value
$183,692
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
31/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.1%
Graduate Degree 11.2%

Housing

59%
41%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 87.8%
Black 2%
Hispanic 11.6%
Asian 2.2%
56716 Crime Map
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Crookston Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 56716, Crookston?

Zip code 56716 in Crookston, MN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average. Zip code 56716 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Crookston.

Is Zip code 56716 a safe neighborhood in Crookston?

Zip code 56716 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Crookston, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 143), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 99). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Crookston.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 56716?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 56716 is Rape, with a crime index of 143 (43% 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 56716?

Zip code 56716 has a population of approximately 9,652. The median household income is $67,661. The median home value is $183,692. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 56716 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 56716's overall crime rate is 17% above the national average (index 117 vs 100). Within Crookston, 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.