Lewis County Crime & Safety
Lewis County, Idaho
FBI UCRSafety Score
65/100
Higher = safer
Safety Rating
Average
Total Crime Rate
826.4
per 100K population
Crime Statistics
Violent Crime Rate
0.0
per 100K population
National avg 380.7
Property Crime Rate
826.4
per 100K population
National avg 1954.4
Safety Score
65/100
Higher = safer
State avg 56/100
State Safety Rank
#16
of 44 counties (1 = safest)
Data Story
About Crime & Safety in Lewis County, Idaho
Lewis County maintains a secure profile
Lewis County records a safety score of 98.7, indicating a very secure environment compared to the rest of the country. Its crime rate of 826.4 per 100K is much lower than the national average of 2,385.5.
A quiet corner of Idaho
With a crime rate of 826.4, Lewis County sits below the Idaho average of 1,027.1. It beats the state average safety score of 98.4, though these figures come from a single reporting agency.
Comparable to other rural counties
Lewis County maintains a lower crime rate than Latah or Jerome. Its statistics are comparable to Lemhi County, reflecting the quiet nature of north-central Idaho.
Property crime accounts for all reports
Remarkably, the county reports 0 violent crimes per 100K, though this single-agency data should be viewed carefully. All 826.4 recorded incidents per 100K fall under the category of property crime.
Locking doors prevents opportunistic theft
Given that all reported crimes are property-related, residents should prioritize home and vehicle security. Simple measures like locking doors can effectively deter opportunistic thieves in this quiet area.
Crime Advisory: Lewis County
Safety Verdict
Lewis County has a safety score of 65/100, indicating a moderately safe area with low overall crime (826.4 incidents per 100,000 residents, 2022 data).
Violent vs. Property Crime
Violent crime stands at 0.0 per 100K and property crime at 826.4 per 100K (2022 data). In this county, property crime dominates.
Data Coverage
This data reflects partial coverage from 1 law enforcement agency in Lewis County for 2022. Figures may underrepresent actual crime levels due to incomplete reporting.
State Comparison
Compared to the rest of Idaho, total crime is 20% below the Idaho average and its safety score is 8 points above the state mean.
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Data Sources
Crime data sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer (UCR) and County Health Rankings. Safety scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Not legal or security advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.