Post Falls, ID Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Post Falls Police Department serves the city of Post Falls, ID in Kootenai County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,184 violent crimes and 1,651 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 66.1 per 100k residents, which is 37.8% below the national average. Property crime averages 70.3 per 100k, 57.0% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 2 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate66.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,184 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate2.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents40 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate4.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents204 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate70.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,651 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate8.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents247 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate57.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,275 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate4.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents120 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 66.1 | A | 1184 | 106.2 | -37.8% |
| Property Crime | 70.3 | A | 1651 | 163.6 | -57.0% |
| Rape | 2.1 | A | 40 | 3.5 | -39.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 4.3 | A | 204 | 22.3 | -80.9% |
| Burglary | 8.5 | A | 247 | 24.0 | -64.5% |
| Larceny | 57.5 | A | 1275 | 116.4 | -50.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4.3 | A | 120 | 22.2 | -80.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coeur D'Alene | 6 miles | C 124.9 | A 76.3 | Violent: 89.1% higher Property: 8.5% higher |
| Rathdrum | 7 miles | A 35.0 | B 113.9 | Violent: 46.9% lower Property: 62.0% higher |
| Spirit Lake | 11 miles | B 76.8 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 16.3% higher Property: N/A |
| St. Maries | 32 miles | D 155.6 | A 38.9 | Violent: 135.5% higher Property: 44.7% lower |
| Kellogg | 39 miles | A 39.6 | A 39.6 | Violent: 40.0% lower Property: 43.7% lower |