97028 Zip Code, Government Camp

Last updated: October 23, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Government Camp

Summary: 97028 (Government Camp, OR) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP 97028, Government Camp, OR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 89% above the national average.

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

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 189 / 300 High
Violent Crime 180
80% above national avg
Property Crime 150
50% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 97028 a Safe Zip Code?

Mixed — the grade is relative, but crime is above the national average. Zip code 97028 in Government Camp, OR has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 189, which is 89% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Government Camp.

Compared to the Government Camp average (crime index 190), zip code 97028 is 1% lower in overall crime. Crime levels here are roughly in line with the city average.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 189, 89% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 101). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 189 (89% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 101 (1% above avg)

97028 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
179 +79% High
Assault
189 +89% High
Robbery
164 +64% High
Rape
186 +86% High
Property Crime
Burglary
186 +86% High
Larceny / Theft
101 +1% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
164 +64% High

How 97028 Compares

Crime index by category: 97028 vs Government Camp average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

97028 Crime Map

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97028 Demographics & Context

Population
393
Median Income
$36,430
Home Value
$605,161
Median Age
50
Pop. Density
5/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11%
Graduate Degree 12.7%

Housing

67%
33%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 7.5%
Asian 1.6%
97028 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 97028, Government Camp?

Zip code 97028 in Government Camp, OR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 189, which is 89% above the national average. Compared to the Government Camp average, crime in Zip code 97028 is 1% lower. Zip code 97028 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Government Camp.

Is Zip code 97028 a safe neighborhood in Government Camp?

Zip code 97028 has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of A. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Assault (index: 189), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 101). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Government Camp.

How does Zip code 97028 compare to the rest of Government Camp?

Zip code 97028's overall crime index is 189, compared to the Government Camp average of 190. This means crime in Zip code 97028 is 1% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 180, and for property crime it is 150. 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 97028?

The most common crime type in Zip code 97028 is Assault, with a crime index of 189 (89% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 97028?

Zip code 97028 has a population of approximately 393. The median household income is $36,430. The median home value is $605,161. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 97028 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 97028's overall crime rate is 89% above the national average (index 189 vs 100). Within Government Camp, 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.