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Assault in Moscow, Idaho (2026)

294.6 per 100K · 10% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Moscow has a assault rate of 294.6 per 100K, which is 10% above the national average of 268.2. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 339 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Moscow, Idaho is 294.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 10% above the national average of 268.2. That puts Moscow's assault close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Moscow vs State and National Averages

Moscow
294.6
Idaho Avg
263.2
National Avg
268.2

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

Your Odds: Assault in Moscow

1 in 339

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Moscow in a given year, based on the rate of 294.6 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 Moscow

B-
Violent Crime339.1/100K · 7% below avg
B-
Property Crime1819.9/100K · 1% below avg
B-
Murder5.1/100K · 11% below avg
B
Robbery44.4/100K · 30% below avg

Assault in Nearby Idaho Cities

CityGradeRate
Kuna
B-
272.2
Star
C+
317.0
Ammon
C+
273.7
Eagle
B-
255.4
Lewiston
B
179.7
Hayden
C+
302.7

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Moscow

How bad is assault in Moscow?
As of 2026, Moscow's assault rate of 294.6 per 100K is 10% above the national average. It ranks behind 53% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Moscow?
As of 2026, 294.6 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 Moscow?
Crime rates in Moscow have been stable overall. Assault has not shown significant movement.
How does Moscow's assault compare to Idaho?
Moscow performs better than most Idaho cities on assault. Its rate of 294.6 per 100K is close to the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Moscow?
Based on the rate of 294.6 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 339 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 Moscow safe from assault?
Moscow is about average for assault. The rate of 294.6 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Moscow 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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