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Violent Crime in Blackfoot, Idaho (2026)

297.3 per 100K · 18% below national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Blackfoot has a violent crime rate of 297.3 per 100K, which is 18% below the national average of 363.8. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 336 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Blackfoot, Idaho is 297.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 18% below the national average of 363.8. That puts Blackfoot's violent crime below the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Blackfoot vs State and National Averages

Blackfoot
297.3
Idaho Avg
359.3
National Avg
363.8

Rates per 100,000 residents. 2023 FBI UCR data.

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Blackfoot

1 in 336

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Blackfoot in a given year, based on the rate of 297.3 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Violent Crime?

Violent crime includes offenses where force or the threat of force is used against a victim. The FBI classifies four crimes as violent: murder and non-negligent manslaughter, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault.

Other Crime Types in Blackfoot

B
Property Crime1643.0/100K · 10% below avg
B-
Murder5.3/100K · 7% below avg
B-
Assault234.5/100K · 13% below avg
B
Robbery43.4/100K · 31% below avg
C+
Burglary296.8/100K · 10% above avg
B-
Theft1411.9/100K · 1% above avg
B
Vehicle Theft152.0/100K · 52% below avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Idaho Cities

CityGradeRate
Rathdrum
B-
316.2
Garden City
B-
341.3
Jerome
C+
408.4
Middleton
B-
299.1
Burley
C+
382.9
Sandpoint
C+
373.4

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Blackfoot

How bad is violent crime in Blackfoot?
As of 2026, Blackfoot's violent crime rate of 297.3 per 100K is 18% below the national average. It ranks behind 45% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Blackfoot?
As of 2026, 297.3 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 363.8 per 100K.
Is violent crime increasing in Blackfoot?
Crime in Blackfoot has trended upward recently, though specific violent crime trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Blackfoot's violent crime compare to Idaho?
Blackfoot performs better than most Idaho cities on violent crime. Its rate of 297.3 per 100K is below the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Blackfoot?
Based on the rate of 297.3 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 336 residents could be affected by violent crime in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Blackfoot safe from violent crime?
Blackfoot is about average for violent crime. The rate of 297.3 per 100K is below the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Blackfoot safety overviewHow we calculate grades

2023 FBI Uniform Crime Report data and Census Bureau population estimates. Safety grades calculated using national and state-level crime rate distributions. Not a substitute for local law enforcement guidance.

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