Pocatello, ID Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Pocatello Police Department serves the city of Pocatello, ID in Bannock County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,632 violent crimes and 5,316 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 157.6 per 100k residents, which is 48.3% above the national average. Property crime averages 119.9 per 100k, 26.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 4 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 DAnnual Rate157.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,632 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate34.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents923 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate119.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,316 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate10.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents998 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate94.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,810 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate12.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents484 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 157.6 | D | 4632 | 106.2 | +48.3% |
| Property Crime | 119.9 | B | 5316 | 163.6 | -26.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 34.3 | D | 923 | 22.3 | +53.9% |
| Burglary | 10.3 | A | 998 | 24.0 | -57.2% |
| Larceny | 94.2 | B | 3810 | 116.4 | -19.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 12.0 | A | 484 | 22.2 | -45.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 3 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chubbuck | 0 miles | D 158.3 | F 261.8 | Violent: 0.5% higher Property: 118.4% higher |
| American Falls | 31 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Soda Springs | 35 miles | A 63.6 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 59.7% lower Property: N/A |
| Blackfoot | 37 miles | C 108.7 | A 77.6 | Violent: 31.0% lower Property: 35.2% lower |
| Preston | 45 miles | B 80.8 | A 32.3 | Violent: 48.7% lower Property: 73.0% lower |