Moving from Hillsboro, OR to Shoreline, WA?
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Is Hillsboro or Shoreline Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Shoreline is safer than Hillsboro (Safety Score 24/100 vs 24/100), with a total crime rate of 2,744 per 100,000 versus 2,747 for Hillsboro — 0% lower. Hillsboro has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Hillsboro has a 100% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than Hillsboro, OR?
Hillsboro — 5-Year Trend
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Shoreline — 5-Year Trend
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Hillsboro, OR
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Hillsboro | Shoreline | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,746.9 | 2,744.5 | +2.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 317.7 | 212.1 | +105.6 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 1.6 | -1.6 |
| Rape Rate | 48.2 | 38.6 | +9.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 61.1 | 90.0 | -28.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 208.4 | 82.0 | +126.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,429.2 | 2,532.4 | -103.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 174.1 | 486.9 | -312.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,068.9 | 1,513.6 | +555.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 186.2 | 531.9 | -345.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Hillsboro, OR to Shoreline, WA?
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 Hillsboro or Shoreline safer?
Shoreline is safer with a total crime rate of 2,744 per 100K vs 2,747 for Hillsboro — a 0% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Hillsboro has a violent crime rate of 317.7 per 100K while Shoreline has 212.1. Shoreline has lower violent crime.
About Hillsboro, OR
Hillsboro, Oregon, a city in the Tualatin Valley, is a major hub for the "Silicon Forest" tech industry. Home to Intel's largest campus, it’s also known for its historic downtown and proximity to wine country. With a safety score of 24/100 and a population coverage of 107,978, Hillsboro has a total crime rate of 2,746.9 per 100,000 residents.
About Shoreline, WA
Shoreline, Washington, a suburban city north of Seattle, was once home to the Richmond Beach Saltwater Park. Its population, approaching 60,000, reflects a diverse blend of families and commuters. With a safety score of 24/100 and a population coverage of 62,234, Shoreline has a total crime rate of 2,744.5 per 100,000 residents.