Is Eugene or Klamath Falls Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Klamath Falls is safer than Eugene (Safety Score 17/100 vs 12/100), with a total crime rate of 3,172 per 100,000 versus 3,574 for Eugene — 11% lower. Eugene has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Eugene has a 92% lower rate.
Note: Eugene is 8.1x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Eugene — 5-Year Trend
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Klamath Falls — 5-Year Trend
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Eugene, OR
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Eugene | Klamath Falls | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,574.1 | 3,171.9 | +402.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 318.4 | 483.8 | -165.3 |
| Murder Rate | 1.1 | 13.7 | -12.6 |
| Rape Rate | 46.1 | 63.9 | -17.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 70.8 | 82.2 | -11.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 199.9 | 324.0 | -124.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,255.7 | 2,688.2 | +567.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 475.7 | 351.4 | +124.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,458.2 | 1,857.5 | +600.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 321.8 | 479.2 | -157.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Eugene or Klamath Falls safer?
Klamath Falls is safer with a total crime rate of 3,172 per 100K vs 3,574 for Eugene — a 11% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Eugene has a violent crime rate of 318.4 per 100K while Klamath Falls has 483.8. Eugene has lower violent crime.
About Eugene, OR
Eugene, Oregon, nestled in the Willamette Valley, is a city with a strong counter-culture legacy and a significant student population due to the University of Oregon. Its verdant surroundings are characteristic of the Pacific Northwest. With a safety score of 12/100 and a population coverage of 178,057, Eugene has a total crime rate of 3,574.1 per 100,000 residents.
About Klamath Falls, OR
Klamath Falls, a Southern Oregon city nestled by Upper Klamath Lake, was once a major timber hub. Its population of roughly 22,000 has a median age of 37. With a safety score of 17/100 and a population coverage of 21,911, Klamath Falls has a total crime rate of 3,171.9 per 100,000 residents.