Is Boise or Chula Vista Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Boise is safer than Chula Vista (Safety Score 60/100 vs 56/100), with a total crime rate of 1,404 per 100,000 versus 1,508 for Chula Vista — 7% lower. Boise has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Boise has a 81% lower rate.
Boise — 5-Year Trend
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Chula Vista — 5-Year Trend
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Boise, ID
Chula Vista, CA
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Boise | Chula Vista | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,403.8 | 1,508.2 | -104.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 293.8 | 375.8 | -82.0 |
| Murder Rate | 1.3 | 1.1 | +0.2 |
| Rape Rate | 71.0 | 19.4 | +51.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 15.7 | 82.2 | -66.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 205.8 | 273.2 | -67.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,110.0 | 1,132.4 | -22.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 107.1 | 134.4 | -27.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 872.8 | 666.4 | +206.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 130.1 | 331.6 | -201.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Boise or Chula Vista safer?
Boise is safer with a total crime rate of 1,404 per 100K vs 1,508 for Chula Vista — a 7% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Boise has a violent crime rate of 293.8 per 100K while Chula Vista has 375.8. Boise has lower violent crime.
About Boise, ID
Boise, Idaho, known for the "Treefort Music Fest," sits along the Boise River at the foot of the Rocky Mountains. As the state capital, it's the largest city in Idaho, with a population exceeding 230,000. With a safety score of 60/100 and a population coverage of 235,223, Boise has a total crime rate of 1,403.8 per 100,000 residents.
About Chula Vista, CA
Chula Vista, "beautiful view" in Spanish, is San Diego County's second-largest city. It's home to the Olympic Training Center and sits just north of the Mexican border, reflecting a vibrant binational culture. With a safety score of 56/100 and a population coverage of 273,843, Chula Vista has a total crime rate of 1,508.2 per 100,000 residents.