Is Boise, ID Safe? 2026 Crime Rates & Safety Report
Key facts
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Boise, Idaho reported 16.12 robbery offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.33 times the national reference of 48.24 per 100,000 and 32.12 per 100,000 below that reference, with 38 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Boise, Idaho reported 66.61 burglary offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.35 times the national reference of 188.15 per 100,000 and 121.54 per 100,000 below that reference, with 157 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Boise, Idaho reported 84.43 motor vehicle theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.44 times the national reference of 193.00 per 100,000 and 108.57 per 100,000 below that reference, with 199 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Boise, Idaho reported 700.46 larceny-theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.63 times the national reference of 1,106.97 per 100,000 and 406.51 per 100,000 below that reference, with 1,651 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Boise, Idaho reported 206.19 aggravated assault offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.90 times the national reference of 229.56 per 100,000 and 23.37 per 100,000 below that reference, with 486 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
Quick answer
In the Safety Atlas 2026 public safety index, Boise, ID has an adjusted safety score of 58.1 out of 100. It ranks #2 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Idaho. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as decreasing.
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2026 edition, FBI source year 2025.
Every number on this page ships in the Idaho workbook.
Key Public Safety Indicators
Reported rates per 100,000 residents; national references shown alongside.
| Offense Class | Annual Count | Rate per 100K | National Avg | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robbery | 38 | 16.12 | 48.24 | 0.33× national |
| Aggravated Assault | 486 | 206.19 | 229.56 | 0.9× national |
| Burglary | 157 | 66.61 | 188.15 | 0.35× national |
| Larceny-theft | 1651 | 700.46 | 1106.97 | 0.63× national |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 199 | 84.43 | 193.0 | 0.44× national |
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What drives Boise's safety score?
Boise ranks in the middle half of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Idaho, ahead of approximately 33% of that scored set. The profile uses a reporting population of 235,701 and source-year data through 2025; it is a citywide agency-level comparison, not a neighborhood forecast.
The strongest of the three score components is Property Security at 61.21, while Personal Safety is lowest at 55.89. The 5.32-point spread shows why the composite should be read by component instead of as a single absolute claim about safety.
Among the five public offense indicators, Aggravated Assault is highest relative to its national reference at 206.19 per 100,000 (0.9× the national rate). Robbery is lowest on the same relative basis at 16.12 per 100,000 (0.33× national).
Coverage check: 18 of 18 tracked offense classes have reportable values in this profile. Missing values are not converted to zero.
Public indicator mix
Boise, Idaho recorded 1,651 larceny-theft offenses in 2025, 65.2% of the 2,531 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 38 robbery reports (1.5%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Boise, Idaho recorded 486 aggravated assault offenses in 2025, 19.2% of the 2,531 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 38 robbery reports (1.5%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Boise, Idaho recorded 199 motor vehicle theft offenses in 2025, 7.9% of the 2,531 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 38 robbery reports (1.5%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Boise, Idaho uses a reporting population of 235,701 residents and has values for 18 of the 18 tracked offense classes (100.0%) in its 2025 profile; coverage describes available classes rather than the share of residents reporting crime.
Boise, Idaho has an adjusted score of 58.1 points out of 100 versus 71.98 in Meridian, Idaho, a difference of 13.88 points below that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Boise ranks 2 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Boise, Idaho has an adjusted score of 58.1 points out of 100 versus 50.92 in Nampa, Idaho, a difference of 7.18 points above that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Boise ranks 2 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Detailed Crime Class Breakdown
Additional tracked offense classes
- Homicide
- Rape
- Kidnapping/Abduction
- Human Trafficking
- Arson
- Theft From Building
- Theft From Motor Vehicle
- Simple Assault
- Intimidation
- Stolen Property Offenses
- Vandalism
- Weapon Law Violations
- Drug/Narcotic Violations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Boise safe compared to other places in Idaho?
Boise is classified as having moderate relative safety in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index. It has an adjusted safety score of 58.1 out of 100 and ranks #2 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Idaho.
What is the crime rate in Boise?
Public offense rates are listed above.
What is Boise's safety rating?
Boise's safety rating in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index is 58.1 out of 100, which ranks #2 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Idaho. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as decreasing, using source-year data through 2025.
What is the safest neighborhood in Boise?
This profile covers the reporting jurisdiction; consult local sources for neighborhood detail.
Why are some crime statistics locked for Boise?
Full offense series: state workbook.
Reading notes
Safety Atlas methodology · 2026 coverage report
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Primary Source Data Integrity
- Crime Counts: FBI National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) database.
- Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimate boundaries.
- Methodology: Adjusted per-capita normalization with small-sample relief controls. View our complete Methodology Documentation.