Is Portland or Roseburg Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Roseburg is safer than Portland (Safety Score 9/100 vs 1/100), with a total crime rate of 3,984 per 100,000 versus 6,247 for Portland — 36% lower. Portland has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Roseburg has a 70% lower rate.
Note: Portland is 26.0x 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 Portland, OR?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Portland | Roseburg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 6,246.7 | 3,983.8 | +2,262.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 720.5 | 217.4 | +503.1 |
| Murder Rate | 10.8 | 4.2 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 50.9 | 54.3 | -3.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 177.4 | 66.9 | +110.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 481.2 | 92.0 | +389.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 5,526.2 | 3,766.4 | +1,759.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 727.4 | 275.9 | +451.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 3,921.3 | 3,227.2 | +694.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 877.6 | 263.4 | +614.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Portland or Roseburg safer?
Roseburg is safer with a total crime rate of 3,984 per 100K vs 6,247 for Portland — a 36% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Portland has a violent crime rate of 720.5 per 100K while Roseburg has 217.4. Roseburg has lower violent crime.
About Portland, OR
About Roseburg, OR
Roseburg, nestled in the Umpqua River Valley, is a timber town with a rich logging history. It's the county seat of Douglas County, known for its scenic beauty and proximity to the Oregon Caves National Monument. With a safety score of 9/100 and a population coverage of 23,922, Roseburg has a total crime rate of 3,983.8 per 100,000 residents.