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Violent Crime in Middleton, Idaho (2026)

299.1 per 100K · 18% below national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Middleton has a violent crime rate of 299.1 per 100K, which is 18% below the national average of 363.8. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 334 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Middleton, Idaho is 299.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 18% below the national average of 363.8. That puts Middleton's violent crime below the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Middleton vs State and National Averages

Middleton
299.1
Idaho Avg
359.3
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Middleton

1 in 334

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Middleton in a given year, based on the rate of 299.1 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 Middleton

B-
Property Crime1988.8/100K · 9% above avg
C+
Murder6.0/100K · 5% above avg
B-
Assault263.2/100K · 2% below avg
B-
Robbery56.8/100K · 10% below avg
B-
Burglary256.3/100K · 5% below avg
B-
Theft1243.1/100K · 11% below avg
C+
Vehicle Theft378.8/100K · 19% above avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Idaho Cities

CityGradeRate
Burley
C+
382.9
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 Middleton

How bad is violent crime in Middleton?
As of 2026, Middleton's violent crime rate of 299.1 per 100K is 18% below the national average. It ranks behind 45% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Middleton?
As of 2026, 299.1 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 Middleton?
Crime in Middleton has trended upward recently, though specific violent crime trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Middleton's violent crime compare to Idaho?
Middleton performs better than most Idaho cities on violent crime. Its rate of 299.1 per 100K is below the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Middleton?
Based on the rate of 299.1 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 334 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 Middleton safe from violent crime?
Middleton is about average for violent crime. The rate of 299.1 per 100K is below the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Middleton 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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