Prior Lake, MN Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 87% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Prior Lake Safe?
Yes — Prior Lake is safe overall
A safe city with below-average crime, though safety varies by neighborhood.
Prior Lake has a crime rate that is 47% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 485.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 485
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
46% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 79
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
31% lower than national average
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Prior Lake Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
58 | -42% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
52 | -48% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
60 | -40% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
56 | -44% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
61 | -39% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
64 | -36% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
61 | -39% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Prior Lake Crime Map
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Prior Lake Crime by Zip Code
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Prior Lake Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Prior Lake, MN?
Prior Lake, MN has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 47% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 485 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 79 chance for property crime. Prior Lake has lower crime than 87% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Prior Lake, MN safe to live in?
Prior Lake is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A-. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Prior Lake is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Prior Lake?
The estimated violent crime rate in Prior Lake is 206.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 46% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 485 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.9 per 100K (42% below average); aggravated assault at 140.6 per 100K (48% below average); robbery at 44.0 per 100K (40% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Prior Lake?
The estimated property crime rate in Prior Lake is 1,257.9 per 100,000 residents, which is 31% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 79 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 165.9 per 100K (39% below average); larceny/theft at 898.1 per 100K (36% below average); vehicle theft at 193.9 per 100K (39% below average).
How does Prior Lake crime compare to the national average?
Prior Lake's overall crime rate is 47% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is larceny/theft (36% below average), while assault is 48% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Prior Lake has lower crime than 87% of them.
Is Prior Lake safe to visit?
Prior Lake is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 31% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Prior Lake crime compare to the rest of Minnesota?
Minnesota as a whole has crime that is 12% above the national average. Prior Lake's crime rate is 47% below the national average, making it safer the typical Minnesota city.
What type of crime is most common in Prior Lake?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Prior Lake, with an estimated rate of 898.1 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 36% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,258 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (206 per 100K) in Prior Lake, which is consistent with national trends.