97420 Zip Code, Coos Bay

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Coos Bay

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 114 / 300 High
Violent Crime 119
19% above national avg
Property Crime 131
31% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 97420 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 97420 in Coos Bay, OR has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 114, which is 14% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Coos Bay.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 137, 37% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 101).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 137 (37% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 101 (1% above avg)

97420 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
124 +24% Moderate
Assault
101 +1% Moderate
Robbery
122 +22% Moderate
Rape
129 +29% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
124 +24% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
137 +37% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
131 +31% Moderate

97420 Crime Map

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97420 Demographics & Context

Population
27,609
Median Income
$48,456
Home Value
$327,435
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
86/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.1%
Graduate Degree 6.6%

Housing

60%
40%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 81.3%
Black 0.9%
Hispanic 8.1%
Asian 1.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 97420, Coos Bay?

Zip code 97420 in Coos Bay, OR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 114, which is 14% above the national average. Zip code 97420 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Coos Bay.

Is Zip code 97420 a safe neighborhood in Coos Bay?

Zip code 97420 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Coos Bay, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 137), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 101). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Coos Bay.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 97420?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 97420 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 137 (37% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 97420?

Zip code 97420 has a population of approximately 27,609. The median household income is $48,456. The median home value is $327,435. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 97420 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 97420's overall crime rate is 14% above the national average (index 114 vs 100). Within Coos Bay, 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.