Is Meridian, ID Safe? 2026 Crime Rates & Safety Report
Key facts
- 01
Meridian, Idaho reported 4.00 robbery offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.08 times the national reference of 48.24 per 100,000 and 44.24 per 100,000 below that reference, with 5 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Meridian, Idaho reported 25.63 motor vehicle theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.13 times the national reference of 193.00 per 100,000 and 167.37 per 100,000 below that reference, with 32 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Meridian, Idaho reported 56.06 burglary offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.30 times the national reference of 188.15 per 100,000 and 132.09 per 100,000 below that reference, with 70 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Meridian, Idaho reported 382.01 larceny-theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.35 times the national reference of 1,106.97 per 100,000 and 724.96 per 100,000 below that reference, with 477 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Meridian, Idaho reported 114.52 aggravated assault offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.50 times the national reference of 229.56 per 100,000 and 115.04 per 100,000 below that reference, with 143 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
Quick answer
In the Safety Atlas 2026 public safety index, Meridian, ID has an adjusted safety score of 71.98 out of 100. It ranks #1 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Idaho. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as decreasing.
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2026 edition, FBI source year 2025.
Every number on this page ships in the Idaho workbook.
Key Public Safety Indicators
Reported rates per 100,000 residents; national references shown alongside.
| Offense Class | Annual Count | Rate per 100K | National Avg | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robbery | 5 | 4.0 | 48.24 | 0.08× national |
| Aggravated Assault | 143 | 114.52 | 229.56 | 0.5× national |
| Burglary | 70 | 56.06 | 188.15 | 0.3× national |
| Larceny-theft | 477 | 382.01 | 1106.97 | 0.35× national |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 32 | 25.63 | 193.0 | 0.13× national |
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What drives Meridian's safety score?
Meridian ranks in the top quarter of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Idaho, ahead of approximately 67% of that scored set. The profile uses a reporting population of 124,865 and source-year data through 2025; it is a citywide agency-level comparison, not a neighborhood forecast.
The strongest of the three score components is Property Security at 76.27, while Personal Safety is lowest at 70.02. The 6.25-point spread shows why the composite should be read by component instead of as a single absolute claim about safety.
Among the five public offense indicators, Aggravated Assault is highest relative to its national reference at 114.52 per 100,000 (0.5× the national rate). Robbery is lowest on the same relative basis at 4.0 per 100,000 (0.08× national).
Coverage check: 18 of 18 tracked offense classes have reportable values in this profile. Missing values are not converted to zero.
Public indicator mix
Meridian, Idaho recorded 477 larceny-theft offenses in 2025, 65.6% of the 727 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 5 robbery reports (0.7%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Meridian, Idaho recorded 143 aggravated assault offenses in 2025, 19.7% of the 727 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 5 robbery reports (0.7%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Meridian, Idaho recorded 70 burglary offenses in 2025, 9.6% of the 727 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 5 robbery reports (0.7%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Meridian, Idaho uses a reporting population of 124,865 residents and has values for 18 of the 18 tracked offense classes (100.0%) in its 2025 profile; coverage describes available classes rather than the share of residents reporting crime.
Meridian, Idaho has an adjusted score of 71.98 points out of 100 versus 58.1 in Boise, Idaho, a difference of 13.88 points above that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Meridian ranks 1 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Meridian, Idaho has an adjusted score of 71.98 points out of 100 versus 50.92 in Nampa, Idaho, a difference of 21.06 points above that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Meridian ranks 1 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Detailed Crime Class Breakdown
Additional tracked offense classes
- Homicide
- Rape
- Kidnapping/Abduction
- Human Trafficking
- Arson
- Theft From Building
- Theft From Motor Vehicle
- Simple Assault
- Intimidation
- Stolen Property Offenses
- Vandalism
- Weapon Law Violations
- Drug/Narcotic Violations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Meridian safe compared to other places in Idaho?
Meridian is classified as having moderate relative safety in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index. It has an adjusted safety score of 71.98 out of 100 and ranks #1 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Idaho.
What is the crime rate in Meridian?
Public offense rates are listed above.
What is Meridian's safety rating?
Meridian's safety rating in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index is 71.98 out of 100, which ranks #1 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Idaho. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as decreasing, using source-year data through 2025.
What is the safest neighborhood in Meridian?
This profile covers the reporting jurisdiction; consult local sources for neighborhood detail.
Why are some crime statistics locked for Meridian?
Full offense series: state workbook.
Reading notes
Safety Atlas methodology · 2026 coverage report
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Primary Source Data Integrity
- Crime Counts: FBI National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) database.
- Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimate boundaries.
- Methodology: Adjusted per-capita normalization with small-sample relief controls. View our complete Methodology Documentation.