Moving from Nampa, ID to Post Falls, ID?
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Is Nampa or Post Falls Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Post Falls is safer than Nampa (Safety Score 82/100 vs 71/100), with a total crime rate of 794 per 100,000 versus 1,097 for Nampa — 28% lower. Nampa has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Post Falls has a 57% lower rate.
Note: Nampa is 2.5x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than Nampa, ID?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Nampa | Post Falls | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,097.1 | 794.3 | +302.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 354.8 | 151.6 | +203.2 |
| Murder Rate | 2.5 | 2.1 | +0.4 |
| Rape Rate | 77.3 | 8.5 | +68.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 15.1 | 10.7 | +4.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 258.1 | 130.2 | +127.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 742.3 | 642.7 | +99.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 151.3 | 87.5 | +63.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 508.6 | 508.2 | +0.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 82.4 | 47.0 | +35.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Nampa, ID to Post Falls, ID?
The Moving Checklist Planner turns your move-in date into a dated checklist, packing inventory and budget — seven tabs for Google Sheets or Excel, $12 once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nampa or Post Falls safer?
Post Falls is safer with a total crime rate of 794 per 100K vs 1,097 for Nampa — a 28% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Nampa has a violent crime rate of 354.8 per 100K while Post Falls has 151.6. Post Falls has lower violent crime.
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.
About Post Falls, ID
Nestled along the Spokane River, Post Falls is a growing city in Kootenai County, once home to a significant lumber industry. Its proximity to Coeur d'Alene and Spokane makes it a popular residential area. With a safety score of 82/100 and a population coverage of 46,835, Post Falls has a total crime rate of 794.3 per 100,000 residents.