Is Portland or Woodburn Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Woodburn is safer than Portland (Safety Score 17/100 vs 1/100), with a total crime rate of 3,172 per 100,000 versus 6,247 for Portland — 49% lower. Portland has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Woodburn has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Portland is 20.7x 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 | Woodburn | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 6,246.7 | 3,172.1 | +3,074.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 720.5 | 278.7 | +441.8 |
| Murder Rate | 10.8 | 0.0 | +10.8 |
| Rape Rate | 50.9 | 66.4 | -15.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 177.4 | 63.0 | +114.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 481.2 | 146.0 | +335.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 5,526.2 | 2,893.4 | +2,632.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 727.4 | 139.4 | +588.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 3,921.3 | 2,335.9 | +1,585.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 877.6 | 418.1 | +459.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Portland or Woodburn safer?
Woodburn is safer with a total crime rate of 3,172 per 100K vs 6,247 for Portland — a 49% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Portland has a violent crime rate of 720.5 per 100K while Woodburn has 278.7. Woodburn has lower violent crime.
About Portland, OR
About Woodburn, OR
Woodburn, Oregon, a city in the northern Willamette Valley, is known for its large Hispanic population and agricultural roots, including the annual Woodburn Fiesta Mexicana. Situated near the Pudding River, it was historically a hub for timber and farming. With a safety score of 17/100 and a population coverage of 30,138, Woodburn has a total crime rate of 3,172.1 per 100,000 residents.