The 5 Most Common Crimes Committed in Minnesota Right Now

According to a study by WalletHub, Minnesota is one of the safest states in the U.S. The North Star State really shines in a few key areas: It's ranked 2nd for road safety, 6th for workplace safety, and 9th for financial safety, earning it the title of the 8th safest state overall.

Of course, no place is completely safe, and some areas are definitely more dangerous than others. Below you'll find a rundown of the most common laws people break and the five most dangerous cities in the state.

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Americans Are More Worried About Crime

Do you ever find yourself worrying about your safety? It’s a concern that more and more Americans are facing these days. In fact, the number of people who believe that reducing crime should be a top priority for our leaders has risen significantly in recent years.

According to Pew Research, about 58% of U.S. adults now hold this view, up from 47% in 2021. The study also found that property crime is far more common than violent crime across the country.

The Most Common Crimes Committed in Minnesota

While crime may be a concern nationwide, there are ways to protect yourself and your property. Be sure to check out the "10 Secret Spots" burglars often target first in Minnesota homes at the bottom of this article, but first, let's look at the most common laws broken in Minnesota.

Theft is the most common crime in Minnesota. We all have valuable items in our homes that we want to protect, and many of us have secret hiding spots for them. Unfortunately, those are often the first places burglars look.