97850 Zip Code, La Grande

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in La Grande

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 110 / 300 High
Violent Crime 118
18% above national avg
Property Crime 130
30% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 97850 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 97850 in La Grande, OR has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 110, which is 10% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in La Grande.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 142, 42% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 107).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 142 (42% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 107 (7% above avg)

97850 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
124 +24% Moderate
Assault
107 +7% Moderate
Robbery
115 +15% Moderate
Rape
124 +24% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
114 +14% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
142 +42% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
135 +35% Moderate

97850 Crime Map

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97850 Demographics & Context

Population
17,752
Median Income
$58,044
Home Value
$327,068
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
28/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.5%
Graduate Degree 9.2%

Housing

58%
42%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 87.8%
Black 1.1%
Hispanic 5.3%
Asian 3.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 97850, La Grande?

Zip code 97850 in La Grande, OR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 110, which is 10% above the national average. Zip code 97850 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in La Grande.

Is Zip code 97850 a safe neighborhood in La Grande?

Zip code 97850 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in La Grande, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 142), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 107). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in La Grande.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 97850?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 97850 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 142 (42% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 97850?

Zip code 97850 has a population of approximately 17,752. The median household income is $58,044. The median home value is $327,068. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 97850 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 97850's overall crime rate is 10% above the national average (index 110 vs 100). Within La Grande, 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 April 2026.