Boulder, CO Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Boulder Police Department serves the city of Boulder, CO in Boulder County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 5,392 violent crimes and 17,604 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 68.1 per 100k residents, which is 35.9% below the national average. Property crime averages 202.4 per 100k, 23.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 34 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 AAnnual Rate68.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents5,392 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents245 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate2.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents268 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate15.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,289 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate202.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents17,604 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate20.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents2,596 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate154.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents13,193 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate22.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,693 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 68.1 | A | 5392 | 106.2 | -35.9% |
| Property Crime | 202.4 | D | 17604 | 163.6 | +23.7% |
| Rape | 1.9 | A | 245 | 3.5 | -45.7% |
| Robbery | 2.9 | A | 268 | 5.8 | -50.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 15.3 | B | 1289 | 22.3 | -31.0% |
| Burglary | 20.1 | B | 2596 | 24.0 | -16.1% |
| Larceny | 154.5 | D | 13193 | 116.4 | +32.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 22.1 | C | 1693 | 22.2 | -0.5% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 34 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 3 |
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Female | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 6 |
| Anti-Catholic | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 12 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 4 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville | 7 miles | A 59.2 | C 157.9 | Violent: 13.1% lower Property: 22.0% lower |
| Lafayette | 9 miles | A 64.8 | F 265.9 | Violent: 4.8% lower Property: 31.4% higher |
| Nederland | 9 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 63.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 68.5% lower |
| Broomfield | 12 miles | A 45.4 | C 189.4 | Violent: 33.3% lower Property: 6.4% lower |
| Longmont | 13 miles | C 110.7 | F 320.0 | Violent: 62.5% higher Property: 58.1% higher |