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Robbery in Boise, Idaho (2026)

46.8 per 100K · 26% below national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Boise has a robbery rate of 46.8 per 100K, which is 26% below the national average of 63.3. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 2,137 per year.

In 2026, the robbery rate in Boise, Idaho is 46.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 26% below the national average of 63.3. That puts Boise's robbery below the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Robbery Rate: Boise vs State and National Averages

Boise
46.8
Idaho Avg
58.4
National Avg
63.3

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

Your Odds: Robbery in Boise

1 in 2,137

Approximate chance of being affected by robbery in Boise in a given year, based on the rate of 46.8 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Robbery?

Robbery is the taking or attempting to take anything of value from a person by force or threat of force. Unlike burglary, robbery involves direct confrontation with the victim.

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
C+
Assault322.8/100K · 20% above avg

Robbery in Nearby Idaho Cities

CityGradeRate
Meridian
C
98.0
Nampa
C+
83.5
Caldwell
B-
62.8
Idaho Falls
B
27.9
Pocatello
B-
58.1
Coeur d'Alene
B-
46.4

Frequently Asked Questions About Robbery in Boise

How bad is robbery in Boise?
As of 2026, Boise's robbery rate of 46.8 per 100K is 26% below the national average. It ranks behind 41% of US cities for robbery.
What is the robbery rate in Boise?
As of 2026, 46.8 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 63.3 per 100K.
Is robbery increasing in Boise?
Crime in Boise has trended upward recently, though specific robbery trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Boise's robbery compare to Idaho?
Boise's robbery rate is higher than many Idaho cities. The rate of 46.8 per 100K is below the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of robbery in Boise?
Based on the rate of 46.8 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 2,137 residents could be affected by robbery in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Boise safe from robbery?
Boise is about average for robbery. The rate of 46.8 per 100K is below 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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