Is Gresham or Tualatin Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Gresham is safer than Tualatin (Safety Score 22/100 vs 22/100), with a total crime rate of 2,837 per 100,000 versus 2,844 for Tualatin — 0% lower. Gresham has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Tualatin has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Gresham is 4.0x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Tualatin — 5-Year Trend
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Gresham, OR
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Gresham | Tualatin | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,836.9 | 2,843.6 | -6.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 410.2 | 220.4 | +189.8 |
| Murder Rate | 5.5 | 0.0 | +5.5 |
| Rape Rate | 57.6 | 36.7 | +20.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.0 | 44.1 | +40.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 262.2 | 139.6 | +122.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,426.6 | 2,623.2 | -196.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 318.9 | 231.5 | +87.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,472.8 | 2,152.9 | -680.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 635.0 | 238.8 | +396.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gresham or Tualatin safer?
Gresham is safer with a total crime rate of 2,837 per 100K vs 2,844 for Tualatin — a 0% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Gresham has a violent crime rate of 410.2 per 100K while Tualatin has 220.4. Tualatin has lower violent crime.
About Gresham, OR
Gresham, Oregon, a city in Multnomah County, is the fourth largest in the state. Once known as "Turkey Town" for its poultry industry, it sits at the eastern edge of the Portland metropolitan area, near the foothills of Mount Hood. With a safety score of 22/100 and a population coverage of 109,452, Gresham has a total crime rate of 2,836.9 per 100,000 residents.
About Tualatin, OR
Tualatin, a suburb south of Portland, is bisected by its namesake river. Known for the "Platypus" fossil discovered in 1991, its population of around 28,000 enjoys a mix of suburban amenities and natural areas. With a safety score of 22/100 and a population coverage of 27,219, Tualatin has a total crime rate of 2,843.6 per 100,000 residents.