Zip 97202 (Portland, OR) Crime


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In the 97202 zip code in Portland, OR, violent crime rates are slightly higher than the national average, with a score of 23 compared to the US average of 22.7. This includes crimes such as assault, robbery, and homicide. Property crime rates, on the other hand, are significantly higher at 73.5, which is more than double the national average of 35.4. Property crimes in this area include burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. Despite these statistics, it is important to note that overall crime rates in Portland, OR have been declining in recent years. However, it is still important for residents to be aware of their surroundings and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety and protect their property.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

Portland (zip 97202) violent crime is 23.0. (The US average is 22.7)
Portland (zip 97202) property crime is 73.5. (The US average is 35.4)


NOTE: The city of Portland, Oregon does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Milwaukie, Oregon. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Milwaukie, Oregon. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Milwaukie, OR Crime History
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Over 16 years ago

I have lived in the Sellwood-Moreland area (97202) for over 59 years. As compared to some other Zip Codes in Portland, our crime rate is almost null. I lived in three  More

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Over 16 years ago

I grew up in Washington, D.C., where the above question, upon meeting someone, invariably meant one thing: "What do you do for work?" In Portland, that question opens a  More

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Over 18 years ago

I just have to reply to the comment below: "Portland does have a very damp climate, except during the summer. However, if you check the stats you'll see that Atlanta  More

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