97720 Zip Code, Burns

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Burns

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 135 / 300 High
Violent Crime 134
34% above national avg
Property Crime 132
32% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 97720 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 97720 in Burns, OR has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 135, which is 35% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Burns.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 139, 39% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 124).

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 139 (39% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 124 (24% above avg)

97720 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Burns city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
139 +39% Moderate
Assault
129 +29% Moderate
Robbery
132 +32% Moderate
Rape
135 +35% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
124 +24% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
137 +37% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
136 +36% Moderate

97720 Crime Map

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97720 Demographics & Context

Population
3,536
Median Income
$51,850
Home Value
$136,795
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
3/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.9%
Graduate Degree 3.9%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 88%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 5.7%
Asian 0.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 97720, Burns?

Zip code 97720 in Burns, OR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 135, which is 35% above the national average. Zip code 97720 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Burns.

Is Zip code 97720 a safe neighborhood in Burns?

Zip code 97720 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Burns, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Murder (index: 139), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 124). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Burns.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 97720?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 97720 is Murder, with a crime index of 139 (39% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 97720?

Zip code 97720 has a population of approximately 3,536. The median household income is $51,850. The median home value is $136,795. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 97720 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 97720's overall crime rate is 35% above the national average (index 135 vs 100). Within Burns, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.