Thatcher, 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 Thatcher Safe?
Yes — Thatcher is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Thatcher has a crime rate that is 50% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 570.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 570
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
54% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 102
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
46% lower than national average
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Thatcher 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
|
42 | -58% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
44 | -56% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
60 | -40% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
34 | -66% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
46 | -54% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
52 | -48% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
43 | -57% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Thatcher Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Thatcher, ID?
Thatcher, 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 570 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 102 chance for property crime. Thatcher has lower crime than 95% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Thatcher, ID safe to live in?
Thatcher 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 Thatcher is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Thatcher?
The estimated violent crime rate in Thatcher is 175.4 per 100,000 residents, which is 54% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 570 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.1 per 100K (58% below average); aggravated assault at 117.2 per 100K (56% below average); robbery at 44.5 per 100K (40% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Thatcher?
The estimated property crime rate in Thatcher is 985.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 46% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 102 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 124.1 per 100K (54% below average); larceny/theft at 723.9 per 100K (48% below average); vehicle theft at 137.2 per 100K (57% below average).
How does Thatcher crime compare to the national average?
Thatcher's overall crime rate is 50% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is robbery (40% below average), while rape is 66% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Thatcher has lower crime than 95% of them.
Is Thatcher safe to visit?
Thatcher is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 46% 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 Thatcher crime compare to the rest of Idaho?
Idaho as a whole has crime that is 20% above the national average. Thatcher's crime rate is 50% below the national average, making it safer the typical Idaho city.
What type of crime is most common in Thatcher?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Thatcher, with an estimated rate of 723.9 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 48% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (985 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (175 per 100K) in Thatcher, which is consistent with national trends.