Is Lebanon or Portland Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Lebanon is safer than Portland (Safety Score 67/100 vs 1/100), with a total crime rate of 1,196 per 100,000 versus 6,247 for Portland — 81% lower. Lebanon has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Lebanon has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Portland is 30.9x 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 Lebanon, OR?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Lebanon | Portland | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,196.4 | 6,246.7 | -5,050.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 144.0 | 720.5 | -576.5 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 10.8 | -10.8 |
| Rape Rate | 19.9 | 50.9 | -31.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 14.9 | 177.4 | -162.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 109.2 | 481.2 | -372.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,052.4 | 5,526.2 | -4,473.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 74.5 | 727.4 | -652.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 848.9 | 3,921.3 | -3,072.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 129.1 | 877.6 | -748.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lebanon or Portland safer?
Lebanon is safer with a total crime rate of 1,196 per 100K vs 6,247 for Portland — a 81% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Lebanon has a violent crime rate of 144.0 per 100K while Portland has 720.5. Lebanon has lower violent crime.
About Lebanon, OR
Lebanon, Oregon, nestled in the Willamette Valley, is a city of around 19,000 residents. It was founded in 1847 and is known for its historic downtown and as a gateway to outdoor recreation. With a safety score of 67/100 and a population coverage of 20,144, Lebanon has a total crime rate of 1,196.4 per 100,000 residents.