Gilliam County Crime & Safety
Gilliam County, Oregon
FBI UCRSafety Score
11/100
Higher = safer
Safety Rating
High Crime
Total Crime Rate
2723.2
per 100K population
Crime Statistics
Violent Crime Rate
302.6
per 100K population
National avg 380.7
Property Crime Rate
2420.6
per 100K population
National avg 1954.4
Safety Score
11/100
Higher = safer
State avg 30/100
State Safety Rank
#26
of 36 counties (1 = safest)
Data Story
About Crime & Safety in Gilliam County, Oregon
Higher Activity in a Small County
Gilliam County faces a total crime rate of 2,723.2 per 100K, which exceeds the national average of 2,385.5. This leads to a local safety score of 95.7.
Below the Oregon Safety Average
Gilliam's safety score of 95.7 sits below the state average of 96.3, reflecting a higher frequency of incidents per capita. Three local agencies manage the safety needs of this rural community.
A Shift from Rural Norms
The crime rate here is significantly higher than neighbor Grant County's exceptionally low rate of 96.7. While the population is small, the per-capita data suggests more law enforcement activity than nearby rural areas.
Property Concerns Dominate Data
Property crime accounts for 2,420.6 incidents per 100K, while violent crime stays below national levels at 302.6. Most recorded incidents involve theft rather than physical danger to residents.
Secure Your Remote Property
Rural properties can be vulnerable to trespassing and equipment theft. Installing perimeter lighting and robust gate locks is a smart way to protect your assets in Gilliam County.
Crime Advisory: Gilliam County
Safety Verdict
Gilliam County has a safety score of 11/100, indicating a higher crime area with elevated overall crime (2723.2 incidents per 100,000 residents, 2022 data).
Violent vs. Property Crime
Violent crime stands at 302.6 per 100K and property crime at 2420.6 per 100K (2022 data). In this county, property crime dominates.
Data Coverage
This data reflects partial coverage from 3 law enforcement agencies in Gilliam County for 2022. Figures may underrepresent actual crime levels due to incomplete reporting.
State Comparison
Compared to the rest of Oregon, total crime is 15% above the Oregon average and its safety score is 19 points below the state mean.
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Data Sources
Crime data sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer (UCR) and County Health Rankings. Safety scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Not legal or security advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.