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Fraud and Scam Reports in Idaho, 2024

Reports from consumers in the state to the FTC's Consumer Sentinel Network

Unverified reports filed with the FTC. Report a scam at ReportFraud.ftc.gov.

Fraud and other reports
16,080
849 per 100,000 people, 45th of 50
Reported fraud losses
$53.9M
Total for the year
Median loss
$490
Reports with a dollar loss
Identity theft reports
2,367
125 per 100,000 people, 43rd of 50

Top report categories

Share of fraud and other reports from the state

  • Imposter Scams19.0%
  • Identity Theft13.0%
  • Online Shopping and Negative Reviews9.0%
  • Banks and Lenders7.0%
  • Credit Bureaus and Information Furnishers6.0%
  • Auto Related4.0%
  • Prizes, Sweepstakes and Lotteries3.0%
  • Privacy, Data Security, and Cyber Threats3.0%
  • Debt Collection3.0%
  • Business and Job Opportunities3.0%

Top identity theft types

Share of identity theft reports. A report can include more than one type.

  • Credit Card33.0%
  • Other Identity Theft27.0%
  • Loan or Lease19.0%
  • Bank Account16.0%
  • Phone or Utilities9.0%

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common scams in Idaho?
In 2024, the most reported categories from Idaho were imposter scams (19%), identity theft (13%), online shopping and negative reviews (9%).
How much money did people in Idaho lose to fraud?
Idaho consumers reported losing $53.9M to fraud in 2024, with a median loss of $490 among reports that included a loss.
How do I report a scam?
Report fraud and scams at ReportFraud.ftc.gov and identity theft at IdentityTheft.gov. Your state attorney general's office also takes consumer complaints.

Source: Federal Trade Commission, Consumer Sentinel Network Data Book · 2024 data book