Crime Safety Grade

A

Boulder, CO Crime Rate

Lower crime than 69% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 68+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Boulder Safe?

With an overall crime index of 93, Boulder has a 7% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 266. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Rolling Hills earning an A+ grade while Glenwood rates B+.

Crime Index Comparison

Boulder
93
Colorado Avg
114
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
93
7% below average
Violent Crime
94
6% below average
Property Crime
111
11% above average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Boulder

1 in 266

Property crime: 1 in 225

Where Is It Safe in Boulder?

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Boulder Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 28% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 7% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 96 ▼ 4%
Assault Violent 94 ▼ 6%
Robbery Violent 93 ▼ 7%
Burglary Property 100 ▼ 0%
Larceny / Theft Property 128 ▲ 28%
Vehicle Theft Property 106 ▲ 6%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Boulder Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Wonderland Hills A+ 25
2 Centennial A+ 14
3 Orchard Park A+ 24
4 Forest Glen A+ 26
5 Four Mile Creek A+ 17
6 Githens Acres A+ 14
7 Orange Orchard A+ 14
8 Rolling Hills A+ 23
9 University of Colorado Main Campus A+ 24
10 Moores A+ 26
11 Country Club Park A+ 23
12 Norwood / Quince A+ 36
13 Cherryvale / Hoover Hills A+ 55
14 Flatirons Golf Course A+ 56
15 Devil's Thumb A+ 64
16 Newlands A+ 46
17 Foothills A+ 56
18 Boulder Heights A+ 57
19 Carriage Hills A+ 65
20 Hillcrest / Panorama Heights A+ 45
21 Buena Vista A+ 40
22 Holiday A+ 40
23 Boulder Municipal Airport A+ 36
24 East Central A+ 32
25 Valmont A+ 32
26 Arapahoe Ridge A+ 46
27 Shanahan Ridge A+ 87
28 Table Mesa A+ 46
29 Palo Park A 68
30 Old North Boulder A 76
31 Chautauqua A 70
32 Mapleton Hill A 114
33 Grant A 178
34 Highland Park A 97
35 Frasier Meadows A 103
36 Noble Park A 114
37 Kings Ridge A 114
38 Northfield Commons A 97
39 West Pearl A 159
40 Grandview A 172
41 Hillside A 172
42 Seven Hills A 158
43 Transit Village A 112
44 Crestview A 68
45 University Place A 138
46 Foothills Community A 146
47 Sundance A 107
48 North Wonderland A 146
49 Winding Trail Village A 111
50 University of Colorado East Campus A 87
51 Parkside A 122
52 Carolyn Heights A 135
53 Hawthorn A 107
54 West Hawthorn A 107
55 Williams Village A 168
56 Sunshine Canyon A 159
57 Martin Acres A 123
58 Park East A 147
59 Downtown A 189
60 Whittier A 176
61 Boulder Meadows A 93
62 Keewaydin Meadows A 154
63 East Aurora A- 149
64 Goss-Grove A- 165
65 San Juan del Centro A- 117
66 Iris Hollow A- 195
67 Mapleton Mobile Home Park A- 196
68 Glenwood B+ 139

Boulder Crime by Zip Code

80304
A+ Index: 87
80309
A Index: 113
80310
A Index: 3
80301
A Index: 85
80305
A Index: 81
80303
A Index: 113
80302
A Index: 130

Boulder Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
122,549
Median Income
$72,279
Home Value
$735,512
Median Rent
$1,588
Home Ownership
50%

Racial Demographics

White
86.8%
Black
1.3%
Hispanic
8.5%
Asian
5.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Boulder?
Boulder has an overall crime index of 93, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Boulder are rated A or B for safety.
Is Boulder safe to live in?
Boulder has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Boulder?
The safest neighborhoods in Boulder based on crime data include Rolling Hills, Wonderland Hills, University of Colorado Main Campus, Forest Glen, and Githens Acres. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Boulder crime compare to the national average?
Boulder's overall crime index is 93 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 7% lower than the typical US city.

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