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47%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
47%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
46%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peoplePost Falls/100k peopleIdaho/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime575n/a (estimate)1,2421,1682,324
Murder1n/a2.22.76.3
Rape9n/a19.448.740.0
Robbery4n/a8.68.266.1
Assault76n/a164.1181.7268.2
Violent crime90n/a (estimate)194241370
Burglary87n/a187.9158.6269.8
Theft362n/a781.8677.11,401.9
Vehicle theft36n/a77.791.2282.7
Property crime485n/a (estimate)1,0479271,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Post Falls, ID

Crime is typically categorized into two main types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. Based on the most recent report, the Post Falls crime rate is lower than the national average by 46.6%. Specifically, there were 90 violent crimes in Post Falls, equivalent to 194 per 100,000 individuals, lower than the national average by 47.4%. Furthermore, Post Falls recorded 485 property crimes, amounting to 1047 per 100,000 residents, which was lower than the average by 46.4%.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Post Falls?

AreaVibes surveyed 15 local residents in Post Falls to gauge the safety of the area. Based on the results, 67% of people answered that there was very little crime in Post Falls and that they felt very comfortable walking alone at night. Another 33% of people responded that there was far too much crime and they would be hesitant to walk the streets alone at night. Keep in mind that the opinions of residents may vary depending on which area they live in.

Is Post Falls a Safe Place to Live?

Before you decide to relocate, it’s always good to ask yourself “Is Post Falls a safe place to live?” Although the answer might not be that simple, as some areas are safer than others, getting a good feel for the overall rate of crime can definitely be helpful. Overall, the Post Falls crime rate is 47% lower than the national average. If we break that down daily, that translates into 1.58 crimes per day - 0.25 violent crimes and 1.33 property crimes.

Has Crime in Post Falls Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Post Falls has decreased by 11.9% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Post Falls is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. Crime rates are categorized by violent and property crime. Year-over-year violent crime has increased by 32.4%, while property crime has decreased by 17.1%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Post Falls.

Potential Causes for Crime in Post Falls

In areas where employment options are limited or where a significant proportion of jobs offer meager wages, the likelihood of heightened unemployment and homelessness increases. Regions facing challenges related to unemployment or inadequate income may become more vulnerable to a surge in crime stemming from economic instability. While low unemployment rates tend to lead to reduced crime in most areas. Post Falls currently has an unemployment rate of 2%, contrasting with the national average of 4.7%. This could be one of many factors that could contribute to a higher or lower crime rate.

Regions characterized by high population density frequently encompass expansive urban hubs that offer diverse economic prospects. In such areas, income inequality can be exacerbated, creating pockets of poverty alongside affluence. Economic disparities within these regions may correlate with elevated property crimes and, in certain instances, violent crimes. Conversely, areas with low population density numbers generally exhibit reduced Post Falls crime rates. Post Falls registers a population density of 2162.2 people per square mile, in contrast to the national average of 90.6 people per square mile.

The educational level within a community can have an influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of education are associated with reduced crime rates, as they offer individuals improved employment prospects and alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, lower educational attainment tends to correspond with higher crime rates. In Post Falls, 85.8% of residents have achieved at least a high school diploma, which differs from the national average of 83%.

Post Falls crime map



The Post Falls crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Post Falls as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Post Falls crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Post Falls crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.
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Crime Quick Facts

  • Post Falls crime rates are 47% lower than the national average
  • Violent crimes in Post Falls are 47% lower than the national average
  • In Post Falls you have a 1 in 81 chance of becoming a victim of crime
  • Post Falls is safer than 57% of the cities in the United States
  • Year over year crime in Post Falls has decreased by 32%

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        Daily Crime In Post Falls (per 100,000 people)

        The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in Post Falls for every 100,000 residents. The Post Falls total amount of daily crime is 1.06 times more than the Idaho average and 1.87 times less than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in Post Falls, is 1.24 times less than the Idaho average, and it is 1.90 times less than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that Post Falls has a daily crime average that is 1.13 times more than the Idaho average and 1.87 times less than the daily national rate.

        How Safe is Post Falls (higher is better)

        Compared to the other cities in Idaho and all other cities across the US, is Post Falls safe? From the gauges displayed above, you will notice that Post Falls is safer than 55% of other cities in the state of Idaho. In addition, Post Falls is safer than 57% of cities in the entire United States. To achieve these results, all Idaho and United States cities were analyzed to determine how many locations had a lower crime rate than Post Falls. By studying this data, it was possible to determine that Post Falls is above average in safety when compared with other United States cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Post Falls

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Post Falls is 1 in 515
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Post Falls is 1 in 96
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Post Falls is 1 in 81
        How likely are you to become a victim of crime? In Post Falls, Idaho you have a 1 in 515 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery and assault. With regards to property crime, you have a 1 in 96 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 81 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Post Falls.

        Year Over Year Crime In Post Falls (per 100,000 people)

        A good indicator of whether Post Falls is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live can be determined by analyzing the year over year crime rate (per 100,000 people). The number of violent crimes in Post Falls has increased by 2%, while the property crime rate in Post Falls has decreased by 36% year over year. The number of total crimes in Post Falls has decreased by 32% year over year.

        Post Falls police department

        Item Post Falls Idaho National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)671,868558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents2.42.43.3
        There are a total of 67 Post Falls police officers. This results in 2.4 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 2.8% less than the Idaho average and 27.2% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Idaho

        State Total offenders Idaho /100K National /100K
        Idaho4,932333266
        There are a total of 4,932 sex offenders in Idaho. This yields a total of 333 sex offenders in Idaho per 100,000 residents which is 25% greater than the national average.

        Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Dalton Gardens, ID2,77342161202
        Hayden Lake, ID63697375472
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        Fernan Lake Village, ID11897375472
        Hayden, ID15,049204784988
        Rathdrum, ID8,6722188391,057
        Coeur d'Alene, ID51,4913081,0161,325
        Post Falls, ID34,9711941,0471,242

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        Source: The Post Falls, ID crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.