Is Newport or Portland Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Newport is safer than Portland (Safety Score 21/100 vs 1/100), with a total crime rate of 2,919 per 100,000 versus 6,247 for Portland — 53% lower. Newport has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Newport has a 84% lower rate.
Note: Portland is 59.0x 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 SAFER than Newport, OR?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Newport | Portland | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,918.6 | 6,246.7 | -3,328.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 246.4 | 720.5 | -474.1 |
| Murder Rate | 9.5 | 10.8 | -1.3 |
| Rape Rate | 75.8 | 50.9 | +24.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 28.4 | 177.4 | -148.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 132.7 | 481.2 | -348.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,672.2 | 5,526.2 | -2,854.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 274.8 | 727.4 | -452.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,264.8 | 3,921.3 | -1,656.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 132.7 | 877.6 | -744.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Newport or Portland safer?
Newport is safer with a total crime rate of 2,919 per 100K vs 6,247 for Portland — a 53% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Newport has a violent crime rate of 246.4 per 100K while Portland has 720.5. Newport has lower violent crime.
About Newport, OR
Newport, a coastal city in Lincoln County, thrives as a major fishing port. Its iconic Yaquina Bay Bridge, a marvel of Art Deco design, connects the north and south parts of the city. The population hovers around 10,000 residents. With a safety score of 21/100 and a population coverage of 10,553, Newport has a total crime rate of 2,918.6 per 100,000 residents.