Silt, CO Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 80% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Silt Safe?
Yes — Silt is safer than most cities
An above-average city for safety with lower crime than the national average.
Silt has a crime rate that is 42% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 425.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 425
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
38% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 56
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
3% lower than national average
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Silt Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
72 | -28% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
38 | -62% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
127 | +27% | Moderate | |
|
Rape
|
110 | +10% | Average | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
105 | +5% | Average | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
91 | -9% | Average | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
69 | -31% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Silt, CO?
Silt, CO has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 42% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 425 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 56 chance for property crime. Silt has lower crime than 80% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Silt, CO safe to live in?
Silt is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of B+. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Silt is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Silt?
The estimated violent crime rate in Silt is 235.4 per 100,000 residents, which is 38% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 425 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 3.6 per 100K (28% below average); aggravated assault at 101.3 per 100K (62% below average); robbery at 93.6 per 100K (27% above average).
What is the property crime rate in Silt?
The estimated property crime rate in Silt is 1,784.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 3% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 56 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 283.0 per 100K (5% above average); larceny/theft at 1,282.3 per 100K (9% below average); vehicle theft at 219.4 per 100K (31% below average).
How does Silt crime compare to the national average?
Silt's overall crime rate is 42% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is robbery (27% above average), while assault is 62% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Silt has lower crime than 80% of them.
Is Silt safe to visit?
Silt is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 3% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Silt crime compare to the rest of Colorado?
Colorado as a whole has crime that is 14% above the national average. Silt's crime rate is 42% below the national average, making it safer the typical Colorado city.
What type of crime is most common in Silt?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Silt, with an estimated rate of 1,282.3 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 9% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,785 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (235 per 100K) in Silt, which is consistent with national trends.