Dayton, OR Crime Rate & Safety
Last updated: October 24, 2026
Lower crime than 83% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated October 2026
Summary: Dayton, OR Crime Rate (2026)
Dayton, OR has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 44% below the national average. Dayton has lower crime than 83% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Data source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) & local law enforcement agencies. Last updated: October 24, 2026.
Is Dayton Safe?
Yes — Dayton is safe overall
A safe city with below-average crime, though safety varies by neighborhood.
Dayton has a crime rate that is 44% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 452.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 452
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
42% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 93
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
41% lower than national average
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Dayton Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
52 | -48% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
53 | -47% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
67 | -33% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
80 | -20% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
85 | -15% | Average | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
47 | -53% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
59 | -41% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Dayton Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Dayton, OR?
Dayton, OR has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 44% below the national average. Dayton has lower crime than 83% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+). Residents face approximately a 1 in 452 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 93 chance for property crime.
Is Dayton, OR safe to live in?
Dayton is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A-. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Dayton is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Dayton?
The estimated violent crime rate in Dayton is 221.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 42% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 452 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.6 per 100K (48% below average); aggravated assault at 142.3 per 100K (47% below average); robbery at 49.6 per 100K (33% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Dayton?
The estimated property crime rate in Dayton is 1,075.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 41% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 93 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 228.7 per 100K (15% below average); larceny/theft at 658.9 per 100K (53% below average); vehicle theft at 188.1 per 100K (41% below average).
How does Dayton crime compare to the national average?
Dayton's overall crime rate is 44% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is burglary (15% below average), while larceny/theft is 53% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Dayton has lower crime than 83% of them.
Is Dayton safe to visit?
Dayton is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 41% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Dayton crime compare to the rest of Oregon?
Oregon as a whole has crime that is 14% above the national average. Dayton's crime rate is 44% below the national average, making it safer the typical Oregon city.
What type of crime is most common in Dayton?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Dayton, with an estimated rate of 658.9 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 53% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,076 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (221 per 100K) in Dayton, which is consistent with national trends.