Brainerd, MN Crime


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Brainerd, MN has seen a rise in crime rates in recent years, with a particular increase in violent crime. According to background information, the violent crime rate in Brainerd, MN is 30.7, which is higher than the US average of 22.7. This means that residents of Brainerd are more likely to experience violent crimes such as assault, robbery, and homicide compared to the rest of the country. Property crime, including burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft, is also a concern in Brainerd, with a rate of 68.3 compared to the US average of 35.4. This indicates a higher likelihood of property-related crimes occurring in the city. The high crime rates in Brainerd, MN serve as a reminder of the importance of staying vigilant and taking necessary precautions to keep oneself and one's property safe.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

Brainerd violent crime is 30.7. (The US average is 22.7)
Brainerd property crime is 68.3. (The US average is 35.4)

NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Brainerd, MN Crime History
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Year Violent Murder Rape Robbery Assault Property Burglary Larceny Auto
2000477.90147.628.1302.26753.31222.85059.7470.8
2002490.97.4171.152.1260.36790.11026.35347.3416.5
2003491.90178.929.8283.27095.51155.35515.4424.8
2004513.20122.936.1354.26707.6860.15500.5346.9
2005498.80130.157.8310.96275.3889.24995.7390.4
2006050.8370.25190.6834.84029326.7
2007014.6305.93808.9575.33073.3160.2
20087.321.8327.74463.7713.63560.8189.3
2009029.2299.43790606.13059.7124.1
201007.3246.84049.6558.83367.4123.4
2011036.52414899.6861.63884.6153.3
2012014.6262.15060.47504186.7123.8
2013407.60118.637.12525558.4778.24609.8170.5
2014668.50230.344.6393.74865.5846.83795.9222.8
2015612.77.5216.729.9358.65073.2821.94087164.4
2016645.30180.115450.24959.9675.34044.4240.1
20175260210.437.62784163.2556.13501.9105.2
2018455.10126.822.4305.93379.6522.22685.8171.6
2019468.40141.314.9312.33427.8423.82847.8156.1

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per 100k
Property
per 100k
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Year
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Over 13 years ago

Small town. Everyone knows everyone else's business. No work. Located in Crow Wing County and has highest unemployment rate in the state. Poor healthcare. Essentia  More

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