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Assault in Pocatello, Idaho (2026)

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

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Pocatello has a assault rate of 282.3 per 100K, which is 5% above the national average of 268.2. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 354 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Pocatello, Idaho is 282.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 5% above the national average of 268.2. That puts Pocatello's assault close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Pocatello vs State and National Averages

Pocatello
282.3
Idaho Avg
263.2
National Avg
268.2

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

Your Odds: Assault in Pocatello

1 in 354

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Pocatello in a given year, based on the rate of 282.3 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 Pocatello

C+
Violent Crime363.3/100K · 0% below avg
B-
Property Crime2010.4/100K · 10% above avg
C+
Murder6.0/100K · 5% above avg
B-
Robbery58.1/100K · 8% below avg

Assault in Nearby Idaho Cities

CityGradeRate
Coeur d'Alene
B-
265.0
Twin Falls
B-
259.8
Post Falls
C+
282.0
Idaho Falls
B-
235.5
Caldwell
B-
270.6
Rexburg
B-
232.5

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Pocatello

How bad is assault in Pocatello?
As of 2026, Pocatello's assault rate of 282.3 per 100K is 5% above the national average. It ranks behind 52% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Pocatello?
As of 2026, 282.3 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 Pocatello?
Crime rates in Pocatello have been stable overall. Assault has not shown significant movement.
How does Pocatello's assault compare to Idaho?
Pocatello's assault rate is higher than many Idaho cities. The rate of 282.3 per 100K is close to the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Pocatello?
Based on the rate of 282.3 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 354 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 Pocatello safe from assault?
Pocatello is about average for assault. The rate of 282.3 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Pocatello 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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