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Assault in Boise, Idaho (2026)

322.8 per 100K · 20% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Boise has a assault rate of 322.8 per 100K, which is 20% above the national average of 268.2. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 310 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Boise, Idaho is 322.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 20% above the national average of 268.2. That puts Boise's assault above the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Boise vs State and National Averages

Boise
322.8
Idaho Avg
263.2
National Avg
268.2

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

Your Odds: Assault in Boise

1 in 310

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Boise in a given year, based on the rate of 322.8 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Assault?

Aggravated assault is an unlawful attack by one person upon another for the purpose of inflicting severe bodily injury, typically involving a weapon or means likely to produce death or great harm.

Other Crime Types in Boise

C+
Violent Crime370.6/100K · 2% above avg
B-
Property Crime1870.5/100K · 2% above avg
B-
Murder4.7/100K · 18% below avg
B-
Robbery46.8/100K · 26% below avg

Assault in Nearby Idaho Cities

CityGradeRate
Meridian
B-
228.9
Nampa
C+
318.9
Caldwell
B-
270.6
Idaho Falls
B-
235.5
Pocatello
C+
282.3
Coeur d'Alene
B-
265.0

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Boise

How bad is assault in Boise?
As of 2026, Boise's assault rate of 322.8 per 100K is 20% above the national average. It ranks behind 57% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Boise?
As of 2026, 322.8 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 268.2 per 100K.
Is assault increasing in Boise?
Crime in Boise has trended upward recently, though specific assault trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Boise's assault compare to Idaho?
Boise's assault rate is higher than many Idaho cities. The rate of 322.8 per 100K is above the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Boise?
Based on the rate of 322.8 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 310 residents could be affected by assault in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Boise safe from assault?
Boise is about average for assault. The rate of 322.8 per 100K is above the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Boise 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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