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Assault in Sandpoint, Idaho (2026)

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

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Sandpoint has a assault rate of 220.3 per 100K, which is 18% below the national average of 268.2. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 454 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Sandpoint, Idaho is 220.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 18% below the national average of 268.2. That puts Sandpoint's assault below the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Sandpoint vs State and National Averages

Sandpoint
220.3
Idaho Avg
263.2
National Avg
268.2

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

Your Odds: Assault in Sandpoint

1 in 454

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Sandpoint in a given year, based on the rate of 220.3 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 Sandpoint

C+
Violent Crime373.4/100K · 3% above avg
B-
Property Crime1894.5/100K · 3% above avg
B-
Murder5.1/100K · 11% below avg
B
Robbery35.7/100K · 44% below avg

Assault in Nearby Idaho Cities

CityGradeRate
Hailey
B-
252.8
Burley
B-
260.0
Middleton
B-
263.2
Garden City
B-
215.8
Rathdrum
B-
236.0
Blackfoot
B-
234.5

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Sandpoint

How bad is assault in Sandpoint?
As of 2026, Sandpoint's assault rate of 220.3 per 100K is 18% below the national average. It ranks behind 44% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Sandpoint?
As of 2026, 220.3 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 Sandpoint?
Crime in Sandpoint has trended upward recently, though specific assault trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Sandpoint's assault compare to Idaho?
Sandpoint's assault rate is higher than many Idaho cities. The rate of 220.3 per 100K is below the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Sandpoint?
Based on the rate of 220.3 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 454 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 Sandpoint safe from assault?
Sandpoint is about average for assault. The rate of 220.3 per 100K is below the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Sandpoint 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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