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Assault in Caldwell, Idaho (2026)

270.6 per 100K · 1% above national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Caldwell has a assault rate of 270.6 per 100K, which is 1% above the national average of 268.2. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 370 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Caldwell, Idaho is 270.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 1% above the national average of 268.2. That puts Caldwell's assault close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Caldwell vs State and National Averages

Caldwell
270.6
Idaho Avg
263.2
National Avg
268.2

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

Your Odds: Assault in Caldwell

1 in 370

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Caldwell in a given year, based on the rate of 270.6 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 Caldwell

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Violent Crime342.4/100K · 6% below avg
B-
Property Crime1771.5/100K · 3% below avg
B-
Murder5.2/100K · 9% below avg
B-
Robbery62.8/100K · 1% below avg

Assault in Nearby Idaho Cities

CityGradeRate
Idaho Falls
B-
235.5
Pocatello
C+
282.3
Coeur d'Alene
B-
265.0
Twin Falls
B-
259.8
Post Falls
C+
282.0
Rexburg
B-
232.5

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Caldwell

How bad is assault in Caldwell?
As of 2026, Caldwell's assault rate of 270.6 per 100K is 1% above the national average. It ranks behind 50% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Caldwell?
As of 2026, 270.6 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 Caldwell?
Overall crime trends in Caldwell have been improving, which generally includes assault.
How does Caldwell's assault compare to Idaho?
Caldwell performs better than most Idaho cities on assault. Its rate of 270.6 per 100K is close to the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Caldwell?
Based on the rate of 270.6 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 370 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 Caldwell safe from assault?
Caldwell is about average for assault. The rate of 270.6 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Caldwell 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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