Klamath County Crime & Safety
Klamath County, Oregon
FBI UCRSafety Score
20/100
Higher = safer
Safety Rating
High Crime
Total Crime Rate
2068.8
per 100K population
Crime Statistics
Violent Crime Rate
376.9
per 100K population
National avg 380.7
Property Crime Rate
1691.9
per 100K population
National avg 1954.4
Safety Score
20/100
Higher = safer
State avg 30/100
State Safety Rank
#19
of 36 counties (1 = safest)
Data Story
About Crime & Safety in Klamath County, Oregon
Klamath maintains strong national safety standing
With a safety score of 96.7, Klamath County is safer than many regions across the country. Its total crime rate of 2,068.8 per 100K remains well below the national baseline of 2,385.5.
Outperforming the Oregon safety average
Klamath's safety score of 96.7 exceeds the statewide average of 96.3. Six reporting agencies work to maintain order across this expansive Southern Oregon landscape.
More secure than neighboring Josephine County
Klamath is significantly safer than Josephine County, which reports a much higher crime rate of 2,682.0. This makes it one of the more secure regions in the southern part of the state.
Property crime remains the primary factor
Property crime accounts for 1,691.9 incidents per 100K, while violent crime sits at 376.9. These numbers indicate that most local incidents involve theft or property damage rather than physical harm.
Proactive security helps deter local theft
Locking all entry points and using smart security cameras can significantly reduce the risk of property crime. Consistent home maintenance and visible security measures discourage opportunistic burglars.
Crime Advisory: Klamath County
Safety Verdict
Klamath County has a safety score of 20/100, indicating a higher crime area with elevated overall crime (2068.8 incidents per 100,000 residents, 2022 data).
Violent vs. Property Crime
Violent crime stands at 376.9 per 100K and property crime at 1691.9 per 100K (2022 data). In this county, property crime is notably higher.
Data Coverage
This data reflects partial coverage from 6 law enforcement agencies in Klamath County for 2022. Figures may underrepresent actual crime levels due to incomplete reporting.
State Comparison
Compared to the rest of Oregon, total crime is 13% below the Oregon average and its safety score is 10 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.