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Violent Crime in Jerome, Idaho (2026)

408.4 per 100K · 12% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Jerome has a violent crime rate of 408.4 per 100K, which is 12% above the national average of 363.8. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 245 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Jerome, Idaho is 408.4 per 100,000 residents, which is 12% above the national average of 363.8. That puts Jerome's violent crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Jerome vs State and National Averages

Jerome
408.4
Idaho Avg
359.3
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Jerome

1 in 245

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Jerome in a given year, based on the rate of 408.4 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 Jerome

B-
Property Crime1990.6/100K · 9% above avg
B-
Murder5.2/100K · 9% below avg
C+
Assault272.6/100K · 2% above avg
C
Robbery85.2/100K · 35% above avg
B-
Burglary208.1/100K · 23% below avg
C+
Theft1826.1/100K · 30% above avg
C
Vehicle Theft468.8/100K · 47% above avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Idaho Cities

CityGradeRate
Blackfoot
B-
297.3
Rathdrum
B-
316.2
Garden City
B-
341.3
Middleton
B-
299.1
Burley
C+
382.9
Mountain Home
C+
412.5

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Jerome

How bad is violent crime in Jerome?
As of 2026, Jerome's violent crime rate of 408.4 per 100K is 12% above the national average. It ranks behind 56% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Jerome?
As of 2026, 408.4 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 Jerome?
Crime in Jerome has trended upward recently, though specific violent crime trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Jerome's violent crime compare to Idaho?
Jerome performs better than most Idaho cities on violent crime. Its rate of 408.4 per 100K is close to the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Jerome?
Based on the rate of 408.4 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 245 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 Jerome safe from violent crime?
Jerome is about average for violent crime. The rate of 408.4 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Jerome 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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