97117 Zip Code, Gales Creek

Last updated: October 23, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Gales Creek

Summary: 97117 (Gales Creek, OR) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP 97117, Gales Creek, OR has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 23% below the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: October 23, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 77 / 300 High
Violent Crime 109
9% above national avg
Property Crime 68
32% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 97117 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 97117 in Gales Creek, OR has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 77, which is 23% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Gales Creek.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 158, 58% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 12). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 158 (58% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 12 (88% below avg)

97117 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
37 -63% Low
Assault
88 -12% Average
Robbery
158 +58% High
Rape
152 +52% High
Property Crime
Burglary
147 +47% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
45 -55% Low
Vehicle Theft
12 -88% Low

97117 Crime Map

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97117 Demographics & Context

Population
678
Median Income
$77,954
Home Value
$470,800
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
12/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.3%
Graduate Degree 4%

Housing

81%
19%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.8%
Black 0.5%
Hispanic 6.7%
Asian 1.3%
97117 Crime Map
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Gales Creek Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 97117, Gales Creek?

Zip code 97117 in Gales Creek, OR has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 77, which is 23% below the national average. Zip code 97117 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Gales Creek.

Is Zip code 97117 a safe neighborhood in Gales Creek?

Zip code 97117 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Gales Creek, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 158), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 12). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Gales Creek.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 97117?

The most common crime type in Zip code 97117 is Robbery, with a crime index of 158 (58% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 97117?

Zip code 97117 has a population of approximately 678. The median household income is $77,954. The median home value is $470,800. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 97117 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 97117's overall crime rate is 23% below the national average (index 77 vs 100). Within Gales Creek, 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 October 2026.