56701 Zip Code, Thief River Falls

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Thief River Falls

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 124 / 300 High
Violent Crime 134
34% above national avg
Property Crime 132
32% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 56701 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 56701 in Thief River Falls, MN has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 124, which is 24% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Thief River Falls.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 142, 42% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 123).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 142 (42% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 123 (23% above avg)

56701 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
134 +34% Moderate
Assault
123 +23% Moderate
Robbery
135 +35% Moderate
Rape
142 +42% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
131 +31% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
132 +32% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
132 +32% Moderate

56701 Crime Map

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56701 Demographics & Context

Population
12,130
Median Income
$64,824
Home Value
$209,486
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
32/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.8%
Graduate Degree 6.3%

Housing

64%
36%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.2%
Black 2.5%
Hispanic 4.1%
Asian 1.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 56701, Thief River Falls?

Zip code 56701 in Thief River Falls, MN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 124, which is 24% above the national average. Zip code 56701 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Thief River Falls.

Is Zip code 56701 a safe neighborhood in Thief River Falls?

Zip code 56701 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Thief River Falls, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 142), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 123). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Thief River Falls.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 56701?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 56701 is Rape, with a crime index of 142 (42% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 56701?

Zip code 56701 has a population of approximately 12,130. The median household income is $64,824. The median home value is $209,486. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 56701 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 56701's overall crime rate is 24% above the national average (index 124 vs 100). Within Thief River Falls, 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.