Is Portland or West Linn Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, West Linn is safer than Portland (Safety Score 81/100 vs 1/100), with a total crime rate of 834 per 100,000 versus 6,247 for Portland — 87% lower. Portland has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where West Linn has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Portland is 23.6x 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 | West Linn | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 6,246.7 | 833.9 | +5,412.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 720.5 | 56.9 | +663.6 |
| Murder Rate | 10.8 | 0.0 | +10.8 |
| Rape Rate | 50.9 | 11.4 | +39.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 177.4 | 7.6 | +169.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 481.2 | 37.9 | +443.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 5,526.2 | 777.0 | +4,749.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 727.4 | 98.6 | +628.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 3,921.3 | 633.0 | +3,288.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 877.6 | 45.5 | +832.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Portland or West Linn safer?
West Linn is safer with a total crime rate of 834 per 100K vs 6,247 for Portland — a 87% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Portland has a violent crime rate of 720.5 per 100K while West Linn has 56.9. West Linn has lower violent crime.
About Portland, OR
About West Linn, OR
West Linn, Oregon, a affluent suburb south of Portland, is known for its scenic views overlooking the Willamette and Tualatin Rivers. The city's history includes the operation of Oregon's first paper mill, established in the late 19th century. With a safety score of 81/100 and a population coverage of 26,382, West Linn has a total crime rate of 833.9 per 100,000 residents.