Is Missoula, MT Safe? 2026 Crime Rates & Safety Report
Key facts
- 01
Missoula, Montana reported 2,615.08 larceny-theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 2.36 times the national reference of 1,106.97 per 100,000 and 1,508.11 per 100,000 above that reference, with 1,977 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Missoula, Montana reported 466.93 aggravated assault offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 2.03 times the national reference of 229.56 per 100,000 and 237.37 per 100,000 above that reference, with 353 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Missoula, Montana reported 120.37 motor vehicle theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.62 times the national reference of 193.00 per 100,000 and 72.63 per 100,000 below that reference, with 91 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Missoula, Montana reported 240.74 burglary offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.28 times the national reference of 188.15 per 100,000 and 52.59 per 100,000 above that reference, with 182 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Missoula, Montana reported 44.97 robbery offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.93 times the national reference of 48.24 per 100,000 and 3.27 per 100,000 below that reference, with 34 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
Quick answer
In the Safety Atlas 2026 public safety index, Missoula, MT has an adjusted safety score of 38.49 out of 100. It ranks #1 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Montana. 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 Montana 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 | 34 | 44.97 | 48.24 | 0.93× national |
| Aggravated Assault | 353 | 466.93 | 229.56 |
2.03× national |
| Burglary | 182 | 240.74 | 188.15 |
1.28× national |
| Larceny-theft | 1977 | 2615.08 | 1106.97 |
2.36× national |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 91 | 120.37 | 193.0 | 0.62× national |
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What drives Missoula's safety score?
Missoula ranks in the top quarter of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Montana, ahead of approximately 67% of that scored set. The profile uses a reporting population of 75,600 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 Community Order at 51.57, while Property Security is lowest at 18.43. The 33.14-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, Larceny-theft is highest relative to its national reference at 2615.08 per 100,000 (2.36× the national rate). Motor Vehicle Theft is lowest on the same relative basis at 120.37 per 100,000 (0.62× 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
Missoula, Montana recorded 1,977 larceny-theft offenses in 2025, 75.0% of the 2,637 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 34 robbery reports (1.3%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Missoula, Montana recorded 353 aggravated assault offenses in 2025, 13.4% of the 2,637 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 34 robbery reports (1.3%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Missoula, Montana recorded 182 burglary offenses in 2025, 6.9% of the 2,637 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 34 robbery reports (1.3%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Missoula, Montana uses a reporting population of 75,600 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.
Missoula, Montana has an adjusted score of 38.49 points out of 100 versus 35.37 in Great Falls, Montana, a difference of 3.12 points above that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Missoula ranks 1 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Missoula, Montana has an adjusted score of 38.49 points out of 100 versus 26.97 in Billings, Montana, a difference of 11.52 points above that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Missoula 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 Missoula safe compared to other places in Montana?
Missoula is classified as having low relative safety in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index. It has an adjusted safety score of 38.49 out of 100 and ranks #1 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Montana.
What is the crime rate in Missoula?
Public offense rates are listed above.
What is Missoula's safety rating?
Missoula's safety rating in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index is 38.49 out of 100, which ranks #1 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Montana. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as decreasing, using source-year data through 2025.
What is the safest neighborhood in Missoula?
This profile covers the reporting jurisdiction; consult local sources for neighborhood detail.
Why are some crime statistics locked for Missoula?
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.