Ontario, OR Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 35% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Ontario Safe?
Somewhat — crime is near the national average
Safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Some areas are safe, others are not.
Ontario has a crime rate that is 4% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 276.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 276
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
5% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 41
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
34% higher than national average
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Ontario Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
106 | +6% | Average | |
|
Assault
|
95 | -5% | Average | |
|
Robbery
|
95 | -5% | Average | |
|
Rape
|
94 | -6% | Average | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
103 | +3% | Average | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
127 | +27% | Moderate | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
125 | +25% | Moderate | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Ontario Crime Map
Neighborhood-level crime heatmap. Click any area for details.
See the crime score for a specific address
Ontario Crime by Zip Code
Explore crime data for specific Ontario zip codes.
Ontario Demographics & Context
Racial Demographics
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Ontario, OR?
Ontario, OR has a crime safety grade of C+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 4% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 276 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 41 chance for property crime. Ontario has lower crime than 35% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Ontario, OR safe to live in?
Ontario has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C+. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Ontario is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Ontario?
The estimated violent crime rate in Ontario is 362.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 5% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 276 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 5.3 per 100K (6% above average); aggravated assault at 254.9 per 100K (5% below average); robbery at 70.2 per 100K (5% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Ontario?
The estimated property crime rate in Ontario is 2,457.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 34% higher than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 41 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 277.5 per 100K (3% above average); larceny/theft at 1,780.3 per 100K (27% above average); vehicle theft at 399.9 per 100K (25% above average).
How does Ontario crime compare to the national average?
Ontario's overall crime rate is 4% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is larceny/theft (27% above average), while rape is 6% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Ontario has lower crime than 35% of them.
Is Ontario safe to visit?
Visitors to Ontario should take standard urban precautions. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 34% above average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Ontario crime compare to the rest of Oregon?
Oregon as a whole has crime that is 14% above the national average. Ontario's crime rate is 4% below the national average, making it roughly comparable to the typical Oregon city.
What type of crime is most common in Ontario?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Ontario, with an estimated rate of 1,780.3 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 27% above the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (2,458 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (362 per 100K) in Ontario, which is consistent with national trends.