Is Post Falls or Stevens Point Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Stevens Point is safer than Post Falls (Safety Score 82/100 vs 82/100), with a total crime rate of 787 per 100,000 versus 794 for Post Falls — 1% lower. Post Falls has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Stevens Point has a 64% lower rate.
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Post Falls, ID
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Post Falls | Stevens Point | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 794.3 | 787.3 | +7.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 151.6 | 166.8 | -15.2 |
| Murder Rate | 2.1 | 3.9 | -1.7 |
| Rape Rate | 8.5 | 38.8 | -30.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 10.7 | 3.9 | +6.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 130.2 | 116.4 | +13.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 642.7 | 620.5 | +22.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 87.5 | 50.4 | +37.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 508.2 | 546.9 | -38.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 47.0 | 23.3 | +23.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Post Falls or Stevens Point safer?
Stevens Point is safer with a total crime rate of 787 per 100K vs 794 for Post Falls — a 1% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Post Falls has a violent crime rate of 151.6 per 100K while Stevens Point has 166.8. Post Falls has lower violent crime.
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.
About Stevens Point, WI
Stevens Point, a city of 26,000 in central Wisconsin, is home to the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. Historically, it was a major lumber town, strategically located on the Wisconsin River. With a safety score of 82/100 and a population coverage of 25,784, Stevens Point has a total crime rate of 787.3 per 100,000 residents.