Moving from Albuquerque, NM to Portland, OR?
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Is Albuquerque, NM or Portland, OR Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Albuquerque, NM is safer than Portland, OR (Safety Score 2/100 vs 1/100), with a total crime rate of 5,811 per 100,000 versus 6,247 for Portland, OR — 7% lower. Albuquerque has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Portland has a 42% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Albuquerque, NM?
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Portland — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Albuquerque | Portland | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,810.9 | 6,246.7 | -435.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,182.1 | 720.5 | +461.6 |
| Murder Rate | 18.4 | 10.8 | +7.7 |
| Rape Rate | 62.5 | 50.9 | +11.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 159.3 | 177.4 | -18.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 941.6 | 481.2 | +460.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,628.8 | 5,526.2 | -897.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 772.5 | 727.4 | +45.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,839.2 | 3,921.3 | -1,082.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 1,017.1 | 877.6 | +139.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Albuquerque, NM to Portland, OR?
An out-of-state move adds new driver's license, plates, voter registration and deadlines that differ by state. The Moving Checklist Planner dates every task from your move-in day — seven tabs for Google Sheets or Excel, $12 once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Albuquerque or Portland safer?
Albuquerque, NM is safer with a total crime rate of 5,811 per 100K vs 6,247 for Portland, OR — a 7% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Albuquerque has a violent crime rate of 1,182.1 per 100K while Portland has 720.5. Portland has lower violent crime.
About Albuquerque, NM
Nestled in the Rio Grande Valley, Albuquerque is New Mexico's largest city, known for its vibrant Hispanic culture and the annual International Balloon Fiesta. Its high desert elevation provides stunning mountain views and a unique southwestern character. With a safety score of 2/100 and a population coverage of 558,745, Albuquerque has a total crime rate of 5,810.9 per 100,000 residents.