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Violent Crime in Nampa, Idaho (2026)

370.3 per 100K · 2% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Nampa has a violent crime rate of 370.3 per 100K, which is 2% above the national average of 363.8. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 270 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Nampa, Idaho is 370.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 2% above the national average of 363.8. That puts Nampa's violent crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Nampa vs State and National Averages

Nampa
370.3
Idaho Avg
359.3
National Avg
363.8

Rates per 100,000 residents. 2023 FBI UCR data.

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Nampa

1 in 270

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Nampa in a given year, based on the rate of 370.3 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Violent Crime?

Violent crime includes offenses where force or the threat of force is used against a victim. The FBI classifies four crimes as violent: murder and non-negligent manslaughter, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault.

Other Crime Types in Nampa

B
Property Crime1691.7/100K · 8% below avg
C+
Murder7.2/100K · 26% above avg
C+
Assault318.9/100K · 19% above avg
C+
Robbery83.5/100K · 32% above avg
C+
Burglary297.1/100K · 10% above avg
B-
Theft1119.1/100K · 20% below avg
B-
Vehicle Theft307.9/100K · 3% below avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Idaho Cities

CityGradeRate
Meridian
C+
377.5
Caldwell
B-
342.4
Idaho Falls
B-
306.5
Pocatello
C+
363.3
Coeur d'Alene
C+
367.8
Twin Falls
B-
347.9

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Nampa

How bad is violent crime in Nampa?
As of 2026, Nampa's violent crime rate of 370.3 per 100K is 2% above the national average. It ranks behind 52% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Nampa?
As of 2026, 370.3 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 363.8 per 100K.
Is violent crime increasing in Nampa?
Crime in Nampa has trended upward recently, though specific violent crime trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Nampa's violent crime compare to Idaho?
Nampa performs better than most Idaho cities on violent crime. Its rate of 370.3 per 100K is close to the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Nampa?
Based on the rate of 370.3 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 270 residents could be affected by violent crime in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Nampa safe from violent crime?
Nampa is about average for violent crime. The rate of 370.3 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Nampa safety overviewHow we calculate grades

2023 FBI Uniform Crime Report data and Census Bureau population estimates. Safety grades calculated using national and state-level crime rate distributions. Not a substitute for local law enforcement guidance.

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