97846 Zip Code, Joseph

Last updated: October 20, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Joseph

Summary: 97846 (Joseph, OR) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP 97846, Joseph, OR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 48% above the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: October 20, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 148 / 300 High
Violent Crime 132
32% above national avg
Property Crime 99
1% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 97846 a Safe Zip Code?

Mixed — the grade is relative, but crime is above the national average. Zip code 97846 in Joseph, OR has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 148, which is 48% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Joseph.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 152, 52% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 77). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 152 (52% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 77 (23% below avg)

97846 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
131 +31% Moderate
Assault
152 +52% High
Robbery
106 +6% Moderate
Rape
140 +40% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
129 +29% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
77 -23% Low
Vehicle Theft
91 -9% Average

97846 Crime Map

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97846 Demographics & Context

Population
1,332
Median Income
$58,491
Home Value
$605,894
Median Age
55
Pop. Density
3/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.8%
Graduate Degree 13.4%

Housing

64%
36%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.9%
Black 0.6%
Hispanic 2.6%
Asian 0.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 97846, Joseph?

Zip code 97846 in Joseph, OR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 148, which is 48% above the national average. Zip code 97846 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Joseph.

Is Zip code 97846 a safe neighborhood in Joseph?

Zip code 97846 has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of A. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Assault (index: 152), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 77). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Joseph.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 97846?

The most common crime type in Zip code 97846 is Assault, with a crime index of 152 (52% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 97846?

Zip code 97846 has a population of approximately 1,332. The median household income is $58,491. The median home value is $605,894. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 97846 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 97846's overall crime rate is 48% above the national average (index 148 vs 100). Within Joseph, 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.