Ponderay, ID Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 94% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Ponderay Safe?
Yes — Ponderay is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Ponderay has a crime rate that is 50% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 416.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 416
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
37% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 51
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
6% higher than national average
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Ponderay 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
|
80 | -20% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
51 | -49% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
98 | -2% | Average | |
|
Rape
|
81 | -19% | Average | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
74 | -26% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
104 | +4% | Average | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
92 | -8% | Average | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Ponderay, ID?
Ponderay, 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 416 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 51 chance for property crime. Ponderay has lower crime than 94% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Ponderay, ID safe to live in?
Ponderay 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 Ponderay is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Ponderay?
The estimated violent crime rate in Ponderay is 240.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 37% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 416 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 4.0 per 100K (20% below average); aggravated assault at 136.8 per 100K (49% below average); robbery at 72.4 per 100K (2% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Ponderay?
The estimated property crime rate in Ponderay is 1,948.4 per 100,000 residents, which is 6% higher than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 51 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 200.2 per 100K (26% below average); larceny/theft at 1,454.4 per 100K (4% above average); vehicle theft at 293.8 per 100K (8% below average).
How does Ponderay crime compare to the national average?
Ponderay's overall crime rate is 50% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is larceny/theft (4% above average), while assault is 49% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Ponderay has lower crime than 94% of them.
Is Ponderay safe to visit?
Ponderay is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 6% above 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 Ponderay crime compare to the rest of Idaho?
Idaho as a whole has crime that is 20% above the national average. Ponderay's crime rate is 50% below the national average, making it safer the typical Idaho city.
What type of crime is most common in Ponderay?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Ponderay, with an estimated rate of 1,454.4 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 4% above the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,948 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (241 per 100K) in Ponderay, which is consistent with national trends.