Bozeman, MT has safety grade D, a population of about 48,330, an overall crime rate near 1,128 per 100k as of 2026. For real estate investors, safety is only half the picture: pair these crime statistics with rental demand and returns to judge whether Bozeman, MT is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for Bozeman, MT for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.
Bozeman, MT Crime Rate and Safety Report
Bozeman, MT crime snapshot: safety grade D, violent crime rate 5.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 5.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
Safety Score
D
High Risk
Violent Crime Rate
5.00
per 1000 residents
Safety Analysis & Recommendations
View DetailsOverall Assessment
Bozeman, MT has moderate safety concerns with a C+ rating. Residents should remain aware of their surroundings and take appropriate precautions.
Safety Recommendations
With property crimes being more prevalent (47.2% of total incidents), residents should secure their homes and vehicles, install security systems, and maintain good lighting around their properties.
Trend Analysis
With 545 total incidents, Bozeman shows moderate crime activity. The primary concern is property crime.
Comparison Insights
Bozeman demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Bozeman, MT Crime Analysis
Based on the provided crime data for an area within Montana (MT), specifically identified by the GEOID "16000US3008950," a detailed analysis reveals the following insights. The total count of reported crimes is 545. Property crime constitutes a significant portion, with 257 incidents. Within property crime, larceny/theft offenses are the most prevalent, accounting for 180 incidents, followed by destruction/damage/vandalism of property with 52 incidents. Burglary/breaking & entering and motor vehicle theft are relatively lower, with 11 and 10 incidents, respectively, and stolen property offenses account for 4 incidents. Sex offenses are reported at 32 incidents, with the majority categorized as "Sex Offenses" (15 incidents) and "Kidnapping/Abduction" (17 incidents). Robbery is relatively low, with 6 incidents. Other offenses, totaling 6 incidents, include counterfeiting/forgery (1 incident), embezzlement (1 incident), fraud offenses (3 incidents), and arson (1 incident). Assault offenses account for 244 incidents. To provide a comprehensive safety assessment, additional data is needed, including the city name, population, median income, crime rate per 100k, safety score, safety grade, violent crime rate, property crime rate, crime map data, and zip codes data. These elements are essential for benchmarking against national averages and understanding the socio-economic factors influencing crime rates in the specified area.
Bozeman, MT crime map
Crime Map
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Safest Zip Codes
High Crime Zip Codes
59030
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Safety85.6
Per 1K86
Total Crimes59466
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Safety80.8
Per 1K81
Total Crimes59012
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Safety76.1
Per 1K76
Total Crimes59758
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Safety62.2
Per 1K62
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FAQ about crime in Bozeman, MT
Crime rates are normalized per 1,000 residents based on reported incidents in FBI UCR and local agency feeds. We split incidents into violent, property, and other categories so you can see where the risk concentrates.
The “Safest Zip Codes” section above ranks nearby zip codes by safety score, while the “High Crime Zip Codes” section highlights areas with elevated reported crime in Bozeman, MT.
Crime data is refreshed on a rolling basis as updated reports are published by the FBI’s Crime Data Explorer and partnering agencies.
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Data sources & further reading
PulseReal’s analysis is built on top of these public, authoritative datasets.
Official UCR crime statistics by state and agency from the FBI.
Population, demographics, housing, and income data from the US Census Bureau.
Encyclopedic overview of the city, history, and notable landmarks.
Housing affordability, fair-market rents, and market reports from HUD.
Local unemployment and employment data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Bureau of Justice Statistics publications on US crime victimization.
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