Carey, 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 Carey Safe?
Yes — Carey is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Carey has a crime rate that is 50% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 458.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 458
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
43% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 138
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
61% lower than national average
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Carey 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
|
43 | -57% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
54 | -46% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
66 | -34% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
68 | -32% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
44 | -56% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
36 | -64% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
31 | -69% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Carey Crime Map
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Carey Crime by Zip Code
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Carey Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Carey, ID?
Carey, 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 458 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 138 chance for property crime. Carey has lower crime than 95% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Carey, ID safe to live in?
Carey 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 Carey is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Carey?
The estimated violent crime rate in Carey is 218.4 per 100,000 residents, which is 43% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 458 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.2 per 100K (57% below average); aggravated assault at 144.3 per 100K (46% below average); robbery at 49.0 per 100K (34% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Carey?
The estimated property crime rate in Carey is 722.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 61% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 138 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 118.6 per 100K (56% below average); larceny/theft at 505.9 per 100K (64% below average); vehicle theft at 98.3 per 100K (69% below average).
How does Carey crime compare to the national average?
Carey's overall crime rate is 50% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is rape (32% below average), while vehicle theft is 69% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Carey has lower crime than 95% of them.
Is Carey safe to visit?
Carey is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 61% 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 Carey crime compare to the rest of Idaho?
Idaho as a whole has crime that is 20% above the national average. Carey's crime rate is 50% below the national average, making it safer the typical Idaho city.
What type of crime is most common in Carey?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Carey, with an estimated rate of 505.9 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 64% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (723 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (218 per 100K) in Carey, which is consistent with national trends.