Is Salem, OR Safe? 2026 Crime Rates & Safety Report
Key facts
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Salem, Oregon reported 337.36 burglary offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.79 times the national reference of 188.15 per 100,000 and 149.21 per 100,000 above that reference, with 596 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Salem, Oregon reported 84.91 robbery offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.76 times the national reference of 48.24 per 100,000 and 36.67 per 100,000 above that reference, with 150 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Salem, Oregon reported 1,766.04 larceny-theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.60 times the national reference of 1,106.97 per 100,000 and 659.07 per 100,000 above that reference, with 3,120 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Salem, Oregon reported 284.72 motor vehicle theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.48 times the national reference of 193.00 per 100,000 and 91.72 per 100,000 above that reference, with 503 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Salem, Oregon reported 310.19 aggravated assault offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.35 times the national reference of 229.56 per 100,000 and 80.63 per 100,000 above that reference, with 548 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
Quick answer
In the Safety Atlas 2026 public safety index, Salem, OR has an adjusted safety score of 36.58 out of 100. It ranks #2 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Oregon. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as decreasing.
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2026 edition, FBI source year 2025.
Every number on this page ships in the Oregon workbook.
Key Public Safety Indicators
Reported rates per 100,000 residents; national references shown alongside.
| Offense Class | Annual Count | Rate per 100K | National Avg | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robbery | 150 | 84.91 | 48.24 |
1.76× national |
| Aggravated Assault | 548 | 310.19 | 229.56 |
1.35× national |
| Burglary | 596 | 337.36 | 188.15 |
1.79× national |
| Larceny-theft | 3120 | 1766.04 | 1106.97 |
1.6× national |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 503 | 284.72 | 193.0 |
1.48× national |
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What drives Salem's safety score?
Salem ranks in the middle half of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Oregon, ahead of approximately 33% of that scored set. The profile uses a reporting population of 176,666 and source-year data through 2025; it is a citywide agency-level comparison, not a neighborhood forecast.
The strongest of the three score components is Personal Safety at 46.83, while Property Security is lowest at 14.93. The 31.9-point spread shows why the composite should be read by component instead of as a single absolute claim about safety.
Among the five public offense indicators, Burglary is highest relative to its national reference at 337.36 per 100,000 (1.79× the national rate). Aggravated Assault is lowest on the same relative basis at 310.19 per 100,000 (1.35× national).
Coverage check: 18 of 18 tracked offense classes have reportable values in this profile. Missing values are not converted to zero.
Public indicator mix
Salem, Oregon recorded 3,120 larceny-theft offenses in 2025, 63.5% of the 4,917 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 150 robbery reports (3.1%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Salem, Oregon recorded 596 burglary offenses in 2025, 12.1% of the 4,917 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 150 robbery reports (3.1%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Salem, Oregon recorded 548 aggravated assault offenses in 2025, 11.1% of the 4,917 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 150 robbery reports (3.1%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Salem, Oregon uses a reporting population of 176,666 residents and has values for 18 of the 18 tracked offense classes (100.0%) in its 2025 profile; coverage describes available classes rather than the share of residents reporting crime.
Salem, Oregon has an adjusted score of 36.58 points out of 100 versus 42.05 in Eugene, Oregon, a difference of 5.47 points below that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Salem ranks 2 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Salem, Oregon has an adjusted score of 36.58 points out of 100 versus 17.85 in Portland, Oregon, a difference of 18.73 points above that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Salem ranks 2 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Detailed Crime Class Breakdown
Additional tracked offense classes
- Homicide
- Rape
- Kidnapping/Abduction
- Human Trafficking
- Arson
- Theft From Building
- Theft From Motor Vehicle
- Simple Assault
- Intimidation
- Stolen Property Offenses
- Vandalism
- Weapon Law Violations
- Drug/Narcotic Violations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Salem safe compared to other places in Oregon?
Salem is classified as having low relative safety in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index. It has an adjusted safety score of 36.58 out of 100 and ranks #2 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Oregon.
What is the crime rate in Salem?
Public offense rates are listed above.
What is Salem's safety rating?
Salem's safety rating in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index is 36.58 out of 100, which ranks #2 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Oregon. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as decreasing, using source-year data through 2025.
What is the safest neighborhood in Salem?
This profile covers the reporting jurisdiction; consult local sources for neighborhood detail.
Why are some crime statistics locked for Salem?
Full offense series: state workbook.
Reading notes
Safety Atlas methodology · 2026 coverage report
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Primary Source Data Integrity
- Crime Counts: FBI National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) database.
- Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimate boundaries.
- Methodology: Adjusted per-capita normalization with small-sample relief controls. View our complete Methodology Documentation.