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Violent Crime in Post Falls, Idaho (2026)

404.9 per 100K · 11% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Post Falls has a violent crime rate of 404.9 per 100K, which is 11% above the national average of 363.8. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 247 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Post Falls, Idaho is 404.9 per 100,000 residents, which is 11% above the national average of 363.8. That puts Post Falls's violent crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Post Falls vs State and National Averages

Post Falls
404.9
Idaho Avg
359.3
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Post Falls

1 in 247

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Post Falls in a given year, based on the rate of 404.9 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 Post Falls

B
Property Crime1578.8/100K · 14% below avg
C+
Murder6.4/100K · 12% above avg
C+
Assault282.0/100K · 5% above avg
B-
Robbery54.3/100K · 14% below avg
C+
Burglary279.3/100K · 4% above avg
B-
Theft1398.0/100K · 0% below avg
B
Vehicle Theft154.2/100K · 52% below avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Idaho Cities

CityGradeRate
Rexburg
B-
289.8
Twin Falls
B-
347.9
Coeur d'Alene
C+
367.8
Lewiston
B-
303.3
Pocatello
C+
363.3
Eagle
C+
374.7

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Post Falls

How bad is violent crime in Post Falls?
As of 2026, Post Falls's violent crime rate of 404.9 per 100K is 11% above the national average. It ranks behind 55% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Post Falls?
As of 2026, 404.9 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 Post Falls?
Overall crime trends in Post Falls have been improving, which generally includes violent crime.
How does Post Falls's violent crime compare to Idaho?
Post Falls performs better than most Idaho cities on violent crime. Its rate of 404.9 per 100K is close to the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Post Falls?
Based on the rate of 404.9 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 247 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 Post Falls safe from violent crime?
Post Falls is about average for violent crime. The rate of 404.9 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Post Falls 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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