97856 Zip Code, Long Creek

Last updated: October 18, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Long Creek

Summary: 97856 (Long Creek, OR) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP 97856, Long Creek, OR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 61% above the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: October 18, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 161 / 300 High
Violent Crime 158
58% above national avg
Property Crime 122
22% above national avg
City Ranking
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Is 97856 a Safe Zip Code?

Mixed — the grade is relative, but crime is above the national average. Zip code 97856 in Long Creek, OR has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 161, which is 61% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Long Creek.

Compared to the Long Creek average (crime index 167), zip code 97856 is 6% lower in overall crime. Crime levels here are roughly in line with the city average.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 168, 68% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 87). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 168 (68% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 87 (13% below avg)

97856 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
152 +52% High
Assault
165 +65% High
Robbery
145 +45% Moderate
Rape
168 +68% High
Property Crime
Burglary
142 +42% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
87 -13% Average
Vehicle Theft
137 +37% Moderate

How 97856 Compares

Crime index by category: 97856 vs Long Creek average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

97856 Crime Map

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97856 Demographics & Context

Population
824
Median Income
$41,667
Home Value
$197,440
Median Age
53
Pop. Density
1/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.5%
Graduate Degree 7.1%

Housing

67%
33%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.2%
Black 0.2%
Hispanic 4.3%
Asian 0.6%
97856 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 97856, Long Creek?

Zip code 97856 in Long Creek, OR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 161, which is 61% above the national average. Compared to the Long Creek average, crime in Zip code 97856 is 6% lower. Zip code 97856 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Long Creek.

Is Zip code 97856 a safe neighborhood in Long Creek?

Zip code 97856 has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of A. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Rape (index: 168), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 87). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Long Creek.

How does Zip code 97856 compare to the rest of Long Creek?

Zip code 97856's overall crime index is 161, compared to the Long Creek average of 167. This means crime in Zip code 97856 is 6% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 158, and for property crime it is 122. 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 97856?

The most common crime type in Zip code 97856 is Rape, with a crime index of 168 (68% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 97856?

Zip code 97856 has a population of approximately 824. The median household income is $41,667. The median home value is $197,440. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 97856 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 97856's overall crime rate is 61% above the national average (index 161 vs 100). Within Long 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.