Is Fargo, ND Safe? 2026 Crime Rates & Safety Report
Key facts
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Fargo, North Dakota reported 569.48 burglary offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 3.03 times the national reference of 188.15 per 100,000 and 381.33 per 100,000 above that reference, with 735 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Fargo, North Dakota reported 2,572.37 larceny-theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 2.32 times the national reference of 1,106.97 per 100,000 and 1,465.40 per 100,000 above that reference, with 3,320 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Fargo, North Dakota reported 354.86 motor vehicle theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.84 times the national reference of 193.00 per 100,000 and 161.86 per 100,000 above that reference, with 458 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Fargo, North Dakota reported 59.66 robbery offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.24 times the national reference of 48.24 per 100,000 and 11.42 per 100,000 above that reference, with 77 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Fargo, North Dakota reported 272.73 aggravated assault offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.19 times the national reference of 229.56 per 100,000 and 43.17 per 100,000 above that reference, with 352 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
Quick answer
In the Safety Atlas 2026 public safety index, Fargo, ND has an adjusted safety score of 29.04 out of 100. It ranks #3 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in North Dakota. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as decreasing.
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2026 edition, FBI source year 2025.
Every number on this page ships in the North Dakota 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 | 77 | 59.66 | 48.24 |
1.24× national |
| Aggravated Assault | 352 | 272.73 | 229.56 |
1.19× national |
| Burglary | 735 | 569.48 | 188.15 |
3.03× national |
| Larceny-theft | 3320 | 2572.37 | 1106.97 |
2.32× national |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 458 | 354.86 | 193.0 |
1.84× national |
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What drives Fargo's safety score?
Fargo ranks in the bottom quarter of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in North Dakota, ahead of approximately 0% of that scored set. The profile uses a reporting population of 129,064 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 40.01, while Community Order is lowest at 16.54. The 23.47-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, Burglary is highest relative to its national reference at 569.48 per 100,000 (3.03× the national rate). Aggravated Assault is lowest on the same relative basis at 272.73 per 100,000 (1.19× 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
Fargo, North Dakota recorded 3,320 larceny-theft offenses in 2025, 67.2% of the 4,942 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 77 robbery reports (1.6%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Fargo, North Dakota recorded 735 burglary offenses in 2025, 14.9% of the 4,942 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 77 robbery reports (1.6%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Fargo, North Dakota recorded 458 motor vehicle theft offenses in 2025, 9.3% of the 4,942 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 77 robbery reports (1.6%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Fargo, North Dakota uses a reporting population of 129,064 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.
Fargo, North Dakota has an adjusted score of 29.04 points out of 100 versus 44.16 in Grand Forks, North Dakota, a difference of 15.12 points below that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Fargo ranks 3 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Fargo, North Dakota has an adjusted score of 29.04 points out of 100 versus 42.62 in Bismarck, North Dakota, a difference of 13.58 points below that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Fargo ranks 3 of 3 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 Fargo safe compared to other places in North Dakota?
Fargo is classified as having low relative safety in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index. It has an adjusted safety score of 29.04 out of 100 and ranks #3 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in North Dakota.
What is the crime rate in Fargo?
Public offense rates are listed above.
What is Fargo's safety rating?
Fargo's safety rating in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index is 29.04 out of 100, which ranks #3 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in North Dakota. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as decreasing, using source-year data through 2025.
What is the safest neighborhood in Fargo?
This profile covers the reporting jurisdiction; consult local sources for neighborhood detail.
Why are some crime statistics locked for Fargo?
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.