Ammon, ID Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 95% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Ammon Safe?
Yes — Ammon is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Ammon has a crime rate that is 50% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 428.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 428
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
39% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 75
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
27% lower than national average
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Ammon Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
57 | -43% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
57 | -43% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
74 | -26% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
66 | -34% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
54 | -46% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
69 | -31% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
69 | -31% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Ammon Crime Map
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Ammon Demographics & Context
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Ammon, ID?
Ammon, ID has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 50% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 428 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 75 chance for property crime. Ammon has lower crime than 95% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Ammon, ID safe to live in?
Ammon is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Ammon is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Ammon?
The estimated violent crime rate in Ammon is 233.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 39% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 428 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.9 per 100K (43% below average); aggravated assault at 153.9 per 100K (43% below average); robbery at 54.7 per 100K (26% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Ammon?
The estimated property crime rate in Ammon is 1,335.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 27% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 75 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 145.5 per 100K (46% below average); larceny/theft at 969.5 per 100K (31% below average); vehicle theft at 220.5 per 100K (31% below average).
How does Ammon crime compare to the national average?
Ammon's overall crime rate is 50% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is robbery (26% below average), while burglary is 46% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Ammon has lower crime than 95% of them.
Is Ammon safe to visit?
Ammon is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 27% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Ammon crime compare to the rest of Idaho?
Idaho as a whole has crime that is 20% above the national average. Ammon's crime rate is 50% below the national average, making it safer the typical Idaho city.
What type of crime is most common in Ammon?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Ammon, with an estimated rate of 969.5 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 31% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,336 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (234 per 100K) in Ammon, which is consistent with national trends.