Sherman County Crime & Safety

Sherman County, Oregon

Safety Score

21/100

Higher = safer

Safety Rating

High Crime

Total Crime Rate

2052.6

per 100K population

Crime Statistics

Violent Crime Rate

210.5

per 100K population

National avg 380.7

Property Crime Rate

1842.1

per 100K population

National avg 1954.4

Safety Score

21/100

Higher = safer

State avg 30/100

State Safety Rank

#18

of 36 counties (1 = safest)

Data Story

About Crime & Safety in Sherman County, Oregon

Sherman County Maintains High Safety Scores

Sherman County records a safety score of 96.8, reflecting a secure rural environment. Its total crime rate of 2,052.6 remains lower than the national average of 2,385.5 per 100,000.

Staying Above the State Safety Benchmark

With a safety score of 96.8, Sherman County sits slightly above the Oregon state average of 96.3. The county consistently provides a safer environment than more populated state regions.

Consistent Performance Across the Border

Sherman's crime rate of 2,052.6 is nearly identical to its neighbor, Morrow County, which sits at 2,051.1. This indicates a consistent safety trend across this stretch of the Columbia River gorge.

Breaking Down Local Crime Data

Property crime accounts for the vast majority of local reports at 1,842.1 per 100,000 residents. Violent crime is relatively low at 210.5, well below the national violent crime average of 369.8.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Sherman County, OR?

Sherman County has a total crime rate of 2052.6 per 100,000 residents, based on FBI Uniform Crime Reporting data. This includes both violent crimes (210.5 per 100K) and property crimes (1842.1 per 100K).

Is Sherman County, OR safe?

Sherman County has a safety score of 21/100, rated "High Crime". A higher safety score indicates lower crime rates relative to other counties nationwide. It ranks #18 out of 36 counties in Oregon for safety (1 = safest).

How does Sherman County crime compare to the Oregon average?

With a safety score of 96.8, Sherman County sits slightly above the Oregon state average of 96.3. The county consistently provides a safer environment than more populated state regions.

What types of crime are most common in Sherman County?

Property crime accounts for the vast majority of local reports at 1,842.1 per 100,000 residents. Violent crime is relatively low at 210.5, well below the national violent crime average of 369.8.

How is crime data measured and reported for Sherman County?

Crime data for Sherman County comes from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program. Local law enforcement agencies submit data on violent crimes (murder, rape, robbery, aggravated assault) and property crimes (burglary, larceny-theft, motor vehicle theft) to the FBI. Rates are calculated per 100,000 residents to allow fair comparison between counties of different sizes. The safety score (0-100) is derived from these rates, with higher scores indicating safer counties.

What is being done about crime in Sherman County?

Sherman County has a safety score of 21/100, which is below the Oregon average of 30/100. Many counties with above-average crime rates invest in community policing, crime prevention programs, neighborhood watch initiatives, and social services aimed at reducing crime over time.