The 10 Safest Cities In Idaho For 2024

The 10 Safest Cities In Idaho For 2024

1. Rexburg

Welcome to Rexburg, our safest city in Idaho. It's so safe in this little village at the West entrance of Yellowstone National Park, that the wolves, coyotes, and bears are always howling and growling at the residents reminding them to get home before dark. Thanks furry friends!

Home to Brigham Young University-Idaho, Rexburg offers a safe environment with small town charm that packs a big punch. Not literally, of course. No fighting happens here; that wouldn't be safe. Not to mention the BYU Mormons sometimes have things to hide, so we're pretty sure that safety is always on their mind.

There's a true sense of community in this quaint little potato town, that it is no surprise that their city's motto is 'America's Family Community.' The residents, here, look out for each other. Rexburg's gold star qualities like the non-existent number of crimes per 100,000 residents, their large number of educated residents, and just their overall safety standards, speaks volumes. Yes, Rexburg, you might be located just above volcanoes that may erupt, but you truly offer a better life.

With a little over 28,000 residents, the superb quality of life in this Madison County village at the base of the Teton Range, is the reason that this city has held strong in the number one spot three years in a row.

Weiser, Idaho, sits along the Snake River, right up against the Oregon border on the far western part of the state. Named for the Weiser River, which also flows near town, the community was founded in Civil War times and became an important railroad spot in the late 19th century.

Weiser is known today as the one-time stomping ground of Hall of Fame pitcher Walter Johnson and as the home of the annual National Oldtime Fiddlers' Contest. It also has a reputation as one of the safest places in Idaho. In fact, in a population of 5,986, the area reported 8 violent crimes and 17 property crimes.

Given those stats, it's no wonder that Weiser ranks as the number 2 safest place to live in Idaho.

3. Rathdrum

Hi ho, hi ho, off to our third safest city in Idaho we go. While it might not be Smurf Village, Rathdrum is a city filled with individuals who work just as hard with safety always in mind.

Fun fact about Rathdrum, they have a lot of great people and super safe parks. We don't know about you, but we think these are probably the main reasons it scored 7/10 in safety on our snackability chart.

Talk to anyone from the Gem State and they will tell you that Rathdrum is small town living at its best. There are a boat load of things to do and the residents have the money to safely enjoy life. They have one of the highest median household incomes in Idaho. So it's not surprising that this city in Kootenai County received an 8/10 job score and an 8.5/10 score in amenities. It takes hard working individuals to keep a business alive. Nice work Rathdrum!

Shelley, located in Bingham County, Idaho, boasts the title of the fourth safest city statewide for 2024, with a mere 4 violent crimes, and impressively 0 murder cases. Its 76/100k people violent crime rate per capita and a 802/100k people property crime rate per capita highlight the city's secure environment.

Since its founding in 1904 and surviving a major fire, Shelley has cultivated a safe community, supported by effective policing strategies. The city's low crime rates, including ranking third safest for violent crime, alongside its history of overcoming challenges, mark it as a resilient and secure choice for the 5,232 residents within Idaho.

Home to the Napoleon Dynamite Festival and the Idaho Festival of Lights is our fifth safest city in Idaho: Preston. This eastern corner city where Idaho meets Utah is one of the best kept secrets of the West.

Hardworking Idaho roots run deep in this corner of the country and it is evident in the numbers. They scored an 8/10 snackability score with an emphasis on safety and available jobs. Preston is every outdoor enthusiasts dream with the mountains, reservoirs, and parks that surround it. Just don't try cruising down those mountains without a sled, that wouldn't be safe and that would hurt.

Whether you're taking in a rodeo or snowmobiling the city's trails, the term SAFE takes on an important meaning in Preston. It's a family friendly town in Franklin County where the treets re or veryone. The people here are super welcoming and there are a ton of safe, family friendly activities.

Established in 1884, Rigby in Jefferson County, Idaho, is ranked as the sixth safest city statewide as of 2024. It boasts a low 4 violent crimes and an even fewer 48 property offenses, highlighting its security.

Rigby's safety is mirrored in its crime rates per capita, with 73/100k people for violent offenses and 884/100k people for property crimes, earning it a rank of safest for violent crime safety within the state.

Kimberly, founded in 1905 and named after Peter L. Kimberly, ranks as the seventh safest city in Idaho for 2024. At an elevation of 3,924 feet, the city boasts low rates of violent crime, positioning it at eighth safest for violent offenses statewide.

The comprehensive safety is highlighted by minimal instances of rape and aggravated assault, contributing to a total crime rate of 756/100k people per capita among its 5,025 inhabitants, underscoring Kimberly's commitment to security in Twin Falls County.

Where the fruit orchards spill out into Western Treasure Valley at the Idaho/Oregon border is Fruitland. This town, where the only crimes being committed might be leaving Mr. Potato Head without a mouth, is our eighth safest city in potato-land.

Fruitland Is known as the "The Big Apple of Idaho," so one might think it resembles wily New York City; but just the opposite, it is super chill and super safe. This little outdoor enthusiast's dream is known for its safe, family friendly atmosphere. There is a ton of stuff to do in this little town with only 6,823 residents in the middle of Payette County. They have fruit orchards where you could spend an entire day picking apples; and for the adventurous type, you can kayak, hike, and/or ski as far as the eye can see.

Just 60 minutes northwest of Boise, Fruitland is the kind of place where one can safely cruise the roads on snowmobiles, dog sleds, and x-country skis. It's also the kind of place where packages from Amazon won't get stolen from your front porch. If they do, however, it was probably a grizzly bear; and take it from us, you should pick your battles.

9. Meridian

Where the Snake River meets the Boise River in the Treasure Valley is Meridian. This our ninth safest city in Idaho. This little city, nestled between the state's capital and Nampa, is super family friendly and virtually crime free. Heck, they don't even start fights when people throw out the 'no, You-Dah-Ho' joke.

Meridian's overall HomeSnacks snackability score was a 9/10! Not surprising, considering their safety rating scored an 8/10 and percentage of educated residents scored an 8.5/10. Busy potato farmers = less naughty potato farmers. If that doesn't say safe, we don't know what does.

It also not surprising that their city motto is 'Built for Business: Designed for LIving'. The people in this corner of the U.S. are super nice, hardworking, individuals that strive to create a better corner of the world for its residents. This is probably why they are considered the state's and country's fastest-growing cities and one our safest.

So grab the fam, pack up the pick-up, pick out a potato farm, and get a-movin' so you don't miss out on any of their safe, family friendly, activities scheduled for 2024.

10. Hailey

Flip on your snowmobile hazards and slap a fluorescent orange safety jacket on that gigantic grizzly bear, and call Hailey, Idaho safe: our fifth safest city to be exact.

It might not be Barney Fife's Mayberry, but this little town with a vibrant downtown scene, unforgettable summer festivals, and year-round fun backed by a strong french fry industry is just as notable and just as safe. Probably why it's one of the most populous towns of the Wood River Valley. This little piece of heaven surrounded by the Sawtooth National Forest is a family friendly, safe city. It boasts convenient restaurants and stores and an occasional rodeo or two. It's a great place to raise a family. And word on the street is that young professionals are starting to take notice and move Hailey's direction. Heck, you could be Bruce Willis' or Demi Moore's neighbor! So don't wait, because the word is out.

And if you want to read more about how great Hailey is, check out our article 'The Best Cities in Idaho'. Not surprising, Hailey also made our top ten.

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