Boise, ID Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Boise Police Department serves the city of Boise, ID in Ada County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 12,579 violent crimes and 16,785 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 78.9 per 100k residents, which is 25.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 96.2 per 100k, 41.2% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 64 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate78.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents12,579 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade BAnnual Rate0.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents21 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate9.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents1,065 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate1.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents255 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate14.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents2,073 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate96.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents16,785 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate11.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,922 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate68.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents13,324 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate14.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,395 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 78.9 | B | 12579 | 106.2 | -25.7% |
| Property Crime | 96.2 | A | 16785 | 163.6 | -41.2% |
| Homicide | 0.4 | B | 21 | 0.5 | -21.2% |
| Rape | 9.7 | F | 1065 | 3.5 | +174.6% |
| Robbery | 1.7 | A | 255 | 5.8 | -71.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 14.8 | B | 2073 | 22.3 | -33.6% |
| Burglary | 11.8 | A | 1922 | 24.0 | -50.8% |
| Larceny | 68.8 | A | 13324 | 116.4 | -40.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 14.3 | A | 1395 | 22.2 | -35.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 64 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Male | 1 |
| Anti-Asian | 3 |
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Jewish | 4 |
| Anti-Bisexual | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 3 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Other Christian | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 2 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 8 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 19 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 6 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 13 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garden City | 3 miles | D 150.8 | A 45.3 | Violent: 91.1% higher Property: 53.0% lower |
| Meridian | 11 miles | A 54.7 | A 43.6 | Violent: 30.7% lower Property: 54.7% lower |
| Caldwell | 22 miles | C 116.4 | A 48.0 | Violent: 47.5% higher Property: 50.1% lower |
| Nampa | 22 miles | B 89.6 | A 58.6 | Violent: 13.5% higher Property: 39.1% lower |
| Parma | 22 miles | A 46.7 | A 93.4 | Violent: 40.8% lower Property: 3.0% lower |