Is Cleveland or Oregon Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Oregon is safer than Cleveland (Safety Score 6/100 vs 2/100), with a total crime rate of 4,399 per 100,000 versus 5,987 for Cleveland — 27% lower. Cleveland has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Oregon has a 97% lower rate.
Note: Cleveland is 18.5x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than Cleveland, OH?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Cleveland | Oregon | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,987.4 | 4,399.4 | +1,588.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,561.1 | 193.5 | +1,367.6 |
| Murder Rate | 30.1 | 5.1 | +25.0 |
| Rape Rate | 140.9 | 35.6 | +105.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 389.2 | 10.2 | +379.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 1,000.9 | 142.6 | +858.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,426.3 | 4,205.9 | +220.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 860.3 | 188.4 | +671.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,419.5 | 3,920.8 | -1,501.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 1,146.5 | 96.8 | +1,049.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cleveland or Oregon safer?
Oregon is safer with a total crime rate of 4,399 per 100K vs 5,987 for Cleveland — a 27% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Cleveland has a violent crime rate of 1,561.1 per 100K while Oregon has 193.5. Oregon has lower violent crime.
About Cleveland, OH
Cleveland, a city on Lake Erie, boasts a rich industrial past and is home to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Its diverse population reflects a blend of historic European immigrant communities and growing newer populations. With a safety score of 2/100 and a population coverage of 362,762, Cleveland has a total crime rate of 5,987.4 per 100,000 residents.
About Oregon, OH
Oregon, Ohio, a suburb of Toledo, is known for Pearson Metropark, a popular recreational area. This Lucas County community is home to a diverse population of around 20,000 residents. With a safety score of 6/100 and a population coverage of 19,639, Oregon has a total crime rate of 4,399.4 per 100,000 residents.