Is Rochester, MN Safe? 2026 Crime Rates & Safety Report
Key facts
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Rochester, Minnesota reported 67.41 motor vehicle theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.35 times the national reference of 193.00 per 100,000 and 125.59 per 100,000 below that reference, with 82 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Rochester, Minnesota reported 119.21 aggravated assault offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.52 times the national reference of 229.56 per 100,000 and 110.35 per 100,000 below that reference, with 145 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Rochester, Minnesota reported 30.42 robbery offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.63 times the national reference of 48.24 per 100,000 and 17.82 per 100,000 below that reference, with 37 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Rochester, Minnesota reported 1,223.30 larceny-theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.11 times the national reference of 1,106.97 per 100,000 and 116.33 per 100,000 above that reference, with 1,488 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Rochester, Minnesota reported 171.00 burglary offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.91 times the national reference of 188.15 per 100,000 and 17.15 per 100,000 below that reference, with 208 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
Quick answer
In the Safety Atlas 2026 public safety index, Rochester, MN has an adjusted safety score of 63.56 out of 100. It ranks #1 in this comparison set out of the 6 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Minnesota. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as stable.
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2026 edition, FBI source year 2025.
Every number on this page ships in the Minnesota workbook.
Key Public Safety Indicators
Reported rates per 100,000 residents; national references shown alongside.
| Offense Class | Annual Count | Rate per 100K | National Avg | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robbery | 37 | 30.42 | 48.24 | 0.63× national |
| Aggravated Assault | 145 | 119.21 | 229.56 | 0.52× national |
| Burglary | 208 | 171.0 | 188.15 | 0.91× national |
| Larceny-theft | 1488 | 1223.3 | 1106.97 |
1.11× national |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 82 | 67.41 | 193.0 | 0.35× national |
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What drives Rochester's safety score?
Rochester ranks in the top quarter of the 6 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Minnesota, ahead of approximately 83% of that scored set. The profile uses a reporting population of 121,638 and source-year data through 2025; it is a citywide agency-level comparison, not a neighborhood forecast.
The strongest of the three score components is Personal Safety at 67.73, while Property Security is lowest at 56.8. The 10.93-point spread shows why the composite should be read by component instead of as a single absolute claim about safety.
Among the five public offense indicators, Larceny-theft is highest relative to its national reference at 1223.3 per 100,000 (1.11× the national rate). Motor Vehicle Theft is lowest on the same relative basis at 67.41 per 100,000 (0.35× national).
Coverage check: 18 of 18 tracked offense classes have reportable values in this profile. Missing values are not converted to zero.
Public indicator mix
Rochester, Minnesota recorded 1,488 larceny-theft offenses in 2025, 75.9% of the 1,960 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 37 robbery reports (1.9%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Rochester, Minnesota recorded 208 burglary offenses in 2025, 10.6% of the 1,960 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 37 robbery reports (1.9%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Rochester, Minnesota recorded 145 aggravated assault offenses in 2025, 7.4% of the 1,960 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 37 robbery reports (1.9%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Rochester, Minnesota uses a reporting population of 121,638 residents and has values for 18 of the 18 tracked offense classes (100.0%) in its 2025 profile; coverage describes available classes rather than the share of residents reporting crime.
Rochester, Minnesota has an adjusted score of 63.56 points out of 100 versus 46.34 in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, a difference of 17.22 points above that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Rochester ranks 1 of 6 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Rochester, Minnesota has an adjusted score of 63.56 points out of 100 versus 46.21 in Bloomington, Minnesota, a difference of 17.35 points above that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Rochester ranks 1 of 6 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Detailed Crime Class Breakdown
Additional tracked offense classes
- Homicide
- Rape
- Kidnapping/Abduction
- Human Trafficking
- Arson
- Theft From Building
- Theft From Motor Vehicle
- Simple Assault
- Intimidation
- Stolen Property Offenses
- Vandalism
- Weapon Law Violations
- Drug/Narcotic Violations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rochester safe compared to other places in Minnesota?
Rochester is classified as having moderate relative safety in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index. It has an adjusted safety score of 63.56 out of 100 and ranks #1 in this comparison set out of the 6 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Minnesota.
What is the crime rate in Rochester?
Public offense rates are listed above.
What is Rochester's safety rating?
Rochester's safety rating in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index is 63.56 out of 100, which ranks #1 in this comparison set out of the 6 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Minnesota. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as stable, using source-year data through 2025.
What is the safest neighborhood in Rochester?
This profile covers the reporting jurisdiction; consult local sources for neighborhood detail.
Why are some crime statistics locked for Rochester?
Full offense series: state workbook.
Reading notes
Safety Atlas methodology · 2026 coverage report
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Primary Source Data Integrity
- Crime Counts: FBI National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) database.
- Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimate boundaries.
- Methodology: Adjusted per-capita normalization with small-sample relief controls. View our complete Methodology Documentation.