Is Boise or Irvine Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Boise is safer than Irvine (Safety Score 60/100 vs 57/100), with a total crime rate of 1,404 per 100,000 versus 1,474 for Irvine — 5% lower. Boise has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Irvine has a 71% lower rate.
Boise — 5-Year Trend
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Irvine — 5-Year Trend
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Boise, ID
Irvine, CA
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Boise | Irvine | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,403.8 | 1,473.7 | -69.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 293.8 | 84.0 | +209.8 |
| Murder Rate | 1.3 | 1.6 | -0.3 |
| Rape Rate | 71.0 | 13.3 | +57.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 15.7 | 22.1 | -6.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 205.8 | 47.0 | +158.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,110.0 | 1,389.7 | -279.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 107.1 | 197.9 | -90.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 872.8 | 1,122.0 | -249.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 130.1 | 69.8 | +60.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Boise or Irvine safer?
Boise is safer with a total crime rate of 1,404 per 100K vs 1,474 for Irvine — a 5% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Boise has a violent crime rate of 293.8 per 100K while Irvine has 84.0. Irvine 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 Irvine, CA
Irvine, a master-planned community developed by the Irvine Company, is home to a large Asian population and the University of California, Irvine. Located in Orange County, it features extensive green spaces and business parks. With a safety score of 57/100 and a population coverage of 316,764, Irvine has a total crime rate of 1,473.7 per 100,000 residents.