Moving from Idaho Falls, ID to Nampa, ID?
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Is Idaho Falls or Nampa Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Nampa is safer than Idaho Falls (Safety Score 71/100 vs 54/100), with a total crime rate of 1,097 per 100,000 versus 1,566 for Idaho Falls — 30% lower. Idaho Falls has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Nampa has a 42% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Idaho Falls, ID?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Idaho Falls | Nampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,565.9 | 1,097.1 | +468.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 356.5 | 354.8 | +1.8 |
| Murder Rate | 4.4 | 2.5 | +1.9 |
| Rape Rate | 71.3 | 77.3 | -6.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 10.2 | 15.1 | -4.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 270.7 | 258.1 | +12.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,209.3 | 742.3 | +467.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 308.5 | 151.3 | +157.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 774.2 | 508.6 | +265.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 126.6 | 82.4 | +44.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Idaho Falls, ID to Nampa, ID?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Idaho Falls or Nampa safer?
Nampa is safer with a total crime rate of 1,097 per 100K vs 1,566 for Idaho Falls — a 30% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Idaho Falls has a violent crime rate of 356.5 per 100K while Nampa has 354.8. Nampa has lower violent crime.
About Idaho Falls, ID
Idaho Falls, a city vital to the Manhattan Project, sits along the Snake River in eastern Idaho. It serves as a regional hub, home to the Idaho National Laboratory and a growing population. With a safety score of 54/100 and a population coverage of 68,716, Idaho Falls has a total crime rate of 1,565.9 per 100,000 residents.
About Nampa, ID
Nampa, once a pivotal railway town, is now Idaho's third-largest city, situated in the agriculturally rich Treasure Valley. Its population of over 100,000 residents enjoys proximity to the Boise River and the majestic Owyhee Mountains. With a safety score of 71/100 and a population coverage of 118,950, Nampa has a total crime rate of 1,097.1 per 100,000 residents.