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78%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
74%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
78%
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 peopleRexburg/100k peopleIdaho/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime185n/a (estimate)5181,1682,324
Murder1n/a2.82.76.3
Rape10n/a28.048.740.0
Robbery0n/a0.08.266.1
Assault23n/a64.4181.7268.2
Violent crime34n/a (estimate)95241370
Burglary11n/a30.8158.6269.8
Theft136n/a380.8677.11,401.9
Vehicle theft4n/a11.291.2282.7
Property crime151n/a (estimate)4239271,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Rexburg, ID

Looking at the most recent crime report, the crime rate in Rexburg is 77.7% lower than the national average. These crimes fall into two primary categories: violent and property. Violent crimes encompass murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes involve theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In Rexburg, there were 34 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 95 per 100,000 individuals, 74.3% lower than the national average. Additionally, there were 151 property crimes, amounting to 423 per 100,000 residents, 78.4% lower than the U.S. average.

Rexburg has a crime rate of 518, which is considerably less than the national average of 2324. This results in Rexburg being one of the safest places to live across the United States. The crime rate is based on the total number of violent and property crimes per 100,000 people.

Rexburg shines as one of the safest cities in the United States, thanks to its remarkably low rate of only 95 violent incidents per 100,000 residents. This impressive safety record has made Rexburg an attractive choice for individuals seeking a secure and hospitable community to call home.

The property crime rates per 100,000 individuals have shown a steady decrease of more than 50% since 1990, with a slight uptick in recent years. The most recent crime data reveals that Rexburg records a property crime rate of 423 incidents per 100,000 people, significantly lower than the national average of 1954. This underscores Rexburg as an exceptionally secure and attractive residential destination, highlighting its unwavering dedication to fostering safety and community well-being.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Rexburg?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Rexburg. Based on the results of the surveys (33 responses), 85% of people felt that there was very little crime in Rexburg and felt safe walking alone at night. While 15% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Rexburg a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Rexburg is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Rexburg has a total crime rate that is 78% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.51 daily crimes (0.09 violent daily crimes and 0.41 daily property crimes) in Rexburg.

Has Crime in Rexburg Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Rexburg has increased by 33.1% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Rexburg 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 183.3%, while property crime has increased by 18.9%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Rexburg.

Potential Causes for Crime in Rexburg

Limited employment opportunities or a prevalence of low-wage jobs can result in higher rates of unemployment and underemployment. Regions where individuals grapple with joblessness or meager wages may exhibit greater vulnerability to an uptick in crime due to financial instability. While areas that have strong employment rates, often will see a reduction in overall crime. Rexburg, for instance, reports an unemployment rate of 5.7%, which differs from the national average of 4.7%.

Highly populated regions typically encompass expansive urban hubs teeming with diverse economic prospects. Within these areas, income inequality can be exacerbated, giving rise to enclaves of poverty amid affluence. Communities marked by economic disparities may contend with heightened property crimes, and in certain instances, violent crimes. Conversely, regions characterized by low population density often exhibit lower Rexburg crime rates. For instance, in Rexburg, the population density stands at 2889.2 people per square mile, diverging from the national average of 90.6 people per square mile.

Rising cost of living expenses, including increased housing costs, grocery, utility and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards crime, including theft or burglary, as a means of addressing their financial hardships. Conversely, cities characterized by a lower cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, potentially resulting in a reduced crime rate. In Rexburg, the cost of living is 1.35% higher than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

Rexburg crime map



The Rexburg crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Rexburg 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 Rexburg crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Rexburg 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

      • Rexburg crime rates are 78% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Rexburg are 74% lower than the national average
      • In Rexburg you have a 1 in 194 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Rexburg is safer than 82% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Rexburg has increased by 12%

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        Daily Crime In Rexburg (per 100,000 people)

        The graph above looks at the comparison of crimes committed in Rexburg on a daily basis (per 100,000 people) to crimes committed throughout the state of Idaho and the USA. According to the latest crime statistics, daily crimes in Rexburg (which include property crimes as well as violent crimes), when compared to Idaho, are 2.26 times less than the state average and 4.49 times less than than national average. Violent crimes committed in Rexburg on a daily basis are 2.54 times less than than Idaho average and 3.88 times less than the average nationwide. Daily property crime rates in Rexburg are 2.19 times less than the daily state average and 4.62 times less than the daily national numbers.

        How Safe is Rexburg (higher is better)

        Is Rexburg safe in comparison to other cities in the state of Idaho as well as in comparison to the rest of the areas across the United States. Using the gauges above, which compare crime in Rexburg to other cities in the state and across the country, Rexburg is 91% safer than other cities of Idaho and 82% safer than other cities in the nation. Rexburg has a ranks above average in comparison to other cities in the country.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Rexburg

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Rexburg is 1 in 1051
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Rexburg is 1 in 237
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Rexburg is 1 in 194
        How likely are you to become a victim of crime? In Rexburg, Idaho you have a 1 in 1051 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 237 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 194 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Rexburg.

        Year Over Year Crime In Rexburg (per 100,000 people)

        Determining whether Rexburg is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Rexburg violent crime rates have increased by 138%. At the same time, property crime has not changed year over year. Total crimes for Rexburg has increased by 12% in the same time frame.

        Rexburg police department

        Item Rexburg Idaho National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)371,868558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents1.42.43.3
        There are a total of 37 Rexburg police officers. This results in 1.4 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 41.3% less than the Idaho average and 56% 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.

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        Rexburg, ID29,06495423518

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        Source: The Rexburg, 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.