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Violent Crime in Sandpoint, Idaho (2026)

373.4 per 100K · 3% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Sandpoint has a violent crime rate of 373.4 per 100K, which is 3% above the national average of 363.8. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 268 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Sandpoint, Idaho is 373.4 per 100,000 residents, which is 3% above the national average of 363.8. That puts Sandpoint's violent crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Sandpoint vs State and National Averages

Sandpoint
373.4
Idaho Avg
359.3
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Sandpoint

1 in 268

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Sandpoint in a given year, based on the rate of 373.4 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 Sandpoint

B-
Property Crime1894.5/100K · 3% above avg
B-
Murder5.1/100K · 11% below avg
B-
Assault220.3/100K · 18% below avg
B
Robbery35.7/100K · 44% below avg
B-
Burglary197.2/100K · 27% below avg
C+
Theft1636.7/100K · 17% above avg
B-
Vehicle Theft230.9/100K · 27% below avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Idaho Cities

CityGradeRate
Hailey
C+
397.2
Burley
C+
382.9
Middleton
B-
299.1
Garden City
B-
341.3
Rathdrum
B-
316.2
Blackfoot
B-
297.3

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Sandpoint

How bad is violent crime in Sandpoint?
As of 2026, Sandpoint's violent crime rate of 373.4 per 100K is 3% above the national average. It ranks behind 52% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Sandpoint?
As of 2026, 373.4 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 Sandpoint?
Crime in Sandpoint has trended upward recently, though specific violent crime trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Sandpoint's violent crime compare to Idaho?
Sandpoint's violent crime rate is higher than many Idaho cities. The rate of 373.4 per 100K is close to the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Sandpoint?
Based on the rate of 373.4 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 268 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 Sandpoint safe from violent crime?
Sandpoint is about average for violent crime. The rate of 373.4 per 100K is close to 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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