55057 Zip Code, Northfield

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Northfield

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 62 / 300 High
Violent Crime 84
16% below national avg
Property Crime 86
14% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 55057 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 55057 in Northfield, MN has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 62, which is 38% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Northfield.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 106, 6% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 65).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 106 (6% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 65 (35% below avg)

55057 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
75 -25% Low
Assault
72 -28% Low
Robbery
84 -16% Average
Rape
106 +6% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
65 -35% Low
Larceny / Theft
96 -4% Average
Vehicle Theft
97 -3% Average

55057 Crime Map

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55057 Demographics & Context

Population
25,709
Median Income
$85,672
Home Value
$387,579
Median Age
36
Pop. Density
202/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 28.3%
Graduate Degree 18.9%

Housing

67%
33%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 85.6%
Black 1.6%
Hispanic 7.4%
Asian 4.8%
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Northfield Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 55057, Northfield?

Zip code 55057 in Northfield, MN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 62, which is 38% below the national average. Zip code 55057 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Northfield.

Is Zip code 55057 a safe neighborhood in Northfield?

Zip code 55057 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Northfield, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 106), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 65). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Northfield.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 55057?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 55057 is Rape, with a crime index of 106 (6% 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 55057?

Zip code 55057 has a population of approximately 25,709. The median household income is $85,672. The median home value is $387,579. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 55057 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 55057's overall crime rate is 38% below the national average (index 62 vs 100). Within Northfield, 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.