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Violent Crime in Burley, Idaho (2026)

382.9 per 100K · 5% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Burley has a violent crime rate of 382.9 per 100K, which is 5% above the national average of 363.8. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 261 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Burley, Idaho is 382.9 per 100,000 residents, which is 5% above the national average of 363.8. That puts Burley's violent crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Burley vs State and National Averages

Burley
382.9
Idaho Avg
359.3
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Burley

1 in 261

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Burley in a given year, based on the rate of 382.9 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 Burley

B
Property Crime1462.1/100K · 20% below avg
B-
Murder5.2/100K · 9% below avg
B-
Assault260.0/100K · 3% below avg
B
Robbery44.8/100K · 29% below avg
B-
Burglary242.9/100K · 10% below avg
B-
Theft1280.8/100K · 9% below avg
B
Vehicle Theft140.0/100K · 56% below avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Idaho Cities

CityGradeRate
Middleton
B-
299.1
Garden City
B-
341.3
Rathdrum
B-
316.2
Blackfoot
B-
297.3
Jerome
C+
408.4
Sandpoint
C+
373.4

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Burley

How bad is violent crime in Burley?
As of 2026, Burley's violent crime rate of 382.9 per 100K is 5% above the national average. It ranks behind 53% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Burley?
As of 2026, 382.9 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 Burley?
Crime in Burley has trended upward recently, though specific violent crime trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Burley's violent crime compare to Idaho?
Burley performs better than most Idaho cities on violent crime. Its rate of 382.9 per 100K is close to the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Burley?
Based on the rate of 382.9 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 261 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 Burley safe from violent crime?
Burley is about average for violent crime. The rate of 382.9 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Burley 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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