Crime Safety Grade

B

Oak Harbor, WA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 78% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is Oak Harbor Safe?

With an overall crime index of 81, Oak Harbor has a 19% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 255. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Penn Cove Park earning an A+ grade while Olympic Gardens rates B.

Crime Index Comparison

Oak Harbor
81
Washington Avg
111
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
81
19% below average
Violent Crime
98
2% below average
Property Crime
134
34% above average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Oak Harbor

1 in 255

Property crime: 1 in 187

Where Is It Safe in Oak Harbor?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
Olympic Gardens
B
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Oak Harbor Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 51% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 11% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 101 ▲ 1%
Assault Violent 103 ▲ 3%
Robbery Violent 89 ▼ 11%
Burglary Property 110 ▲ 10%
Larceny / Theft Property 151 ▲ 51%
Vehicle Theft Property 140 ▲ 40%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Oak Harbor Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Penn Cove Park A+ 36
2 Fairway Point A 24
3 Ridgehaven A- 69
4 Oak Grove A- 112
5 Castilian Hills A- 87
6 Olympic Gardens B 159

Oak Harbor Crime by Zip Code

98277
A- Index: 78
98278
A- Index: 15

Oak Harbor Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
23,358
Median Income
$56,889
Home Value
$295,212
Median Rent
$1,250
Home Ownership
43%

Racial Demographics

White
71%
Black
5.3%
Hispanic
9.7%
Asian
12.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Oak Harbor?
Oak Harbor has an overall crime index of 81, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Oak Harbor are rated A or B for safety.
Is Oak Harbor safe to live in?
Oak Harbor has a crime safety grade of B. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Oak Harbor?
The safest neighborhoods in Oak Harbor based on crime data include Penn Cove Park, Fairway Point, Ridgehaven, Oak Grove, and Castilian Hills. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Oak Harbor crime compare to the national average?
Oak Harbor's overall crime index is 81 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 19% lower than the typical US city.

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