97119 Zip Code, Gaston

Last updated: October 21, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Gaston

Summary: 97119 (Gaston, OR) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP 97119, Gaston, OR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 15% below the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: October 21, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 85 / 300 High
Violent Crime 116
16% above national avg
Property Crime 59
41% below national avg
City Ranking
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Is 97119 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 97119 in Gaston, OR has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 85, which is 15% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Gaston.

Compared to the Gaston average (crime index 116), zip code 97119 is 31% lower in overall crime. This zip code is significantly safer than Gaston as a whole, making it an attractive option for safety-conscious residents.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 156, 56% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 29). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 156 (56% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 29 (71% below avg)

97119 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
79 -21% Low
Assault
71 -29% Low
Robbery
156 +56% High
Rape
156 +56% High
Property Crime
Burglary
104 +4% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
29 -71% Low
Vehicle Theft
43 -57% Low

How 97119 Compares

Crime index by category: 97119 vs Gaston average vs national average.

Crime by Category

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97119 Crime Map

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97119 Demographics & Context

Population
4,663
Median Income
$89,444
Home Value
$564,579
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
37/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 20.8%
Graduate Degree 9%

Housing

81%
19%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.7%
Black 0.5%
Hispanic 7.8%
Asian 1.7%
97119 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 97119, Gaston?

Zip code 97119 in Gaston, OR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 85, which is 15% below the national average. Compared to the Gaston average, crime in Zip code 97119 is 31% lower. Zip code 97119 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Gaston.

Is Zip code 97119 a safe neighborhood in Gaston?

Zip code 97119 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Gaston, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 156), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 29). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Gaston.

How does Zip code 97119 compare to the rest of Gaston?

Zip code 97119's overall crime index is 85, compared to the Gaston average of 116. This means crime in Zip code 97119 is 31% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 116, and for property crime it is 59. However, crime can vary block by block, so checking the crime map for specific streets is recommended.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 97119?

The most common crime type in Zip code 97119 is Robbery, with a crime index of 156 (56% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 97119?

Zip code 97119 has a population of approximately 4,663. The median household income is $89,444. The median home value is $564,579. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 97119 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 97119's overall crime rate is 15% below the national average (index 85 vs 100). Within Gaston, 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.