Is Bozeman or Marysville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Marysville is safer than Bozeman (Safety Score 35/100 vs 35/100), with a total crime rate of 2,187 per 100,000 versus 2,193 for Bozeman — 0% lower. Bozeman has lower rates in 4 of 6 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Bozeman has a 76% lower rate.
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Bozeman, MT
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Bozeman | Marysville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,192.8 | 2,186.9 | +5.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 437.5 | 233.8 | +203.8 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 0.0 | +0.0 |
| Rape Rate | 85.5 | 59.8 | +25.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 12.0 | 48.9 | -37.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 336.7 | 125.1 | +211.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,755.3 | 1,953.2 | -197.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 143.6 | 221.6 | -78.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,514.3 | 1,454.3 | +60.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 97.4 | 277.3 | -179.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bozeman or Marysville safer?
Marysville is safer with a total crime rate of 2,187 per 100K vs 2,193 for Bozeman — a 0% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Bozeman has a violent crime rate of 437.5 per 100K while Marysville has 233.8. Marysville has lower violent crime.
About Bozeman, MT
Bozeman, Montana, once a bustling railroad town, sits in a valley surrounded by mountains, home to Montana State University. Its population has steadily increased, drawing new residents to its outdoor recreation and historic Main Street. With a safety score of 35/100 and a population coverage of 58,509, Bozeman has a total crime rate of 2,192.8 per 100,000 residents.
About Marysville, WA
Marysville, originally a trading post, sits on the Snohomish River delta, serving as a bedroom community north of Everett. Its population is largely working-class families, drawn to the area's more affordable housing. With a safety score of 35/100 and a population coverage of 73,573, Marysville has a total crime rate of 2,186.9 per 100,000 residents.