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Crime
Violent Crime
Median Rent
Racial Distributions
Population
Wyoming, Minnesota, a small suburban community in Chisago County, has experienced modest growth over the past decade, with its population increasing from 7,414 in 2010 to 7,935 in 2022. An analysis of violent crime trends in Wyoming reveals interesting patterns and fluctuations in recent years.
From 2010 to 2022, the total number of violent crimes in the city fluctuated, with a peak of 14 incidents in 2014 and a low of 3 incidents in 2013. The most recent data from 2022 shows 9 violent crimes, representing a 12.5% increase from the previous year. During this same period, the population grew by 7% from 7,414 in 2010 to 7,935 in 2022.
Examining murder trends, Wyoming has consistently reported zero murders from 2010 to 2022. This stability in the absence of murders is noteworthy, especially considering the population growth. The murder rate per 1,000 people has remained at zero, and the city has not contributed to the state's murder statistics during this period.
Rape incidents in the city have shown variability over the years. There were no reported rapes from 2010 to 2013, but the number increased to 2 in 2014, representing 0.13% of the state's total. After a period of no reported rapes from 2015 to 2017, there were 2 incidents in 2018 (0.1% of state total), followed by no reports in 2019 and 2020. In 2021, there was a significant increase to 5 rapes (0.26% of state total), which then decreased to 4 in 2022 (0.21% of state total). The rape rate per 1,000 people peaked at 0.64 in 2021 and was 0.50 in 2022.
Robbery trends in Wyoming have been relatively low and inconsistent. There were no robberies reported in most years, with occasional incidents in 2011 (1 robbery, 0.03% of state total), 2015 (2 robberies, 0.05% of state total), 2017 (2 robberies, 0.06% of state total), 2018 (1 robbery, 0.04% of state total), 2020 (2 robberies, 0.06% of state total), and 2022 (1 robbery, 0.03% of state total). The robbery rate per 1,000 people has remained below 0.27 throughout the period.
Aggravated assault has been the most consistent form of violent crime in the city. The number of incidents ranged from a low of 2 in 2010, 2012, and 2020 to a high of 12 in 2014. In 2022, there were 4 aggravated assaults, representing 0.05% of the state's total. The aggravated assault rate per 1,000 people peaked at 1.58 in 2014 and was 0.50 in 2022. The city's contribution to the state's aggravated assault total has generally remained below 0.1%, with a few exceptions.
Examining correlations between violent crime trends and demographic factors, there appears to be a moderate relationship between population growth and the overall number of violent crimes. As the population increased from 7,414 in 2010 to 7,935 in 2022, there was a general upward trend in total violent crimes, although with significant year-to-year variations.
Applying predictive models to forecast violent crime trends, it is estimated that by 2029, Wyoming may see a slight increase in overall violent crimes. The total number of violent incidents could potentially reach 11-13 per year, with aggravated assaults remaining the most common form of violent crime. Rape incidents may continue to fluctuate but are unlikely to exceed 5-6 cases annually. Robbery rates are expected to remain low, with 1-2 incidents per year at most.
In summary, Wyoming has experienced relatively low levels of violent crime over the past decade, with aggravated assault being the most prevalent offense. The absence of murders and the generally low rates of robbery are positive indicators for public safety. However, the recent uptick in rape cases and the overall increase in violent crimes warrant continued attention from local law enforcement and community leaders. As the city continues to grow, maintaining these relatively low crime rates will be crucial for ensuring the well-being and security of its residents.