Is Lewiston or Nampa Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Nampa is safer than Lewiston (Safety Score 70/100 vs 56/100), with a total crime rate of 1,097 per 100,000 versus 1,504 for Lewiston — 27% lower. Lewiston has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Lewiston has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Nampa is 3.4x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Lewiston | Nampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,504.2 | 1,097.1 | +407.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 191.2 | 354.8 | -163.5 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 2.5 | -2.5 |
| Rape Rate | 65.7 | 77.3 | -11.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 11.4 | 15.1 | -3.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 114.2 | 258.1 | -143.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,312.9 | 742.3 | +570.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 291.1 | 151.3 | +139.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 887.7 | 508.6 | +379.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 134.2 | 82.4 | +51.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lewiston or Nampa safer?
Nampa is safer with a total crime rate of 1,097 per 100K vs 1,504 for Lewiston — a 27% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Lewiston has a violent crime rate of 191.2 per 100K while Nampa has 354.8. Lewiston has lower violent crime.
About Lewiston, ID
Lewiston, the "Gate City" at the confluence of the Snake and Clearwater Rivers, is the lowest elevation city in Idaho. It's home to Lewis-Clark State College, with a population around 35,000. With a safety score of 56/100 and a population coverage of 35,036, Lewiston has a total crime rate of 1,504.2 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 70/100 and a population coverage of 118,950, Nampa has a total crime rate of 1,097.1 per 100,000 residents.