Is Boise or Elk Grove Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Boise is safer than Elk Grove (Safety Score 60/100 vs 59/100), with a total crime rate of 1,404 per 100,000 versus 1,422 for Elk Grove — 1% lower. Boise has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Boise has a 69% lower rate.
Boise — 5-Year Trend
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Boise, ID
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Boise | Elk Grove | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,403.8 | 1,422.3 | -18.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 293.8 | 190.4 | +103.3 |
| Murder Rate | 1.3 | 1.7 | -0.4 |
| Rape Rate | 71.0 | 20.7 | +50.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 15.7 | 50.3 | -34.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 205.8 | 117.3 | +88.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,110.0 | 1,231.9 | -121.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 107.1 | 110.6 | -3.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 872.8 | 996.2 | -123.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 130.1 | 125.1 | +5.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Boise or Elk Grove safer?
Boise is safer with a total crime rate of 1,404 per 100K vs 1,422 for Elk Grove — a 1% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Boise has a violent crime rate of 293.8 per 100K while Elk Grove has 190.4. Elk Grove 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 Elk Grove, CA
Elk Grove, California, a Sacramento suburb, grew from a 19th-century stagecoach stop. It's now a diverse community known for its family-friendly atmosphere and rapid population expansion. With a safety score of 59/100 and a population coverage of 179,074, Elk Grove has a total crime rate of 1,422.3 per 100,000 residents.