97536 Zip Code, Prospect

Last updated: October 23, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Prospect

Summary: 97536 (Prospect, OR) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP 97536, Prospect, OR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 44% above the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: October 23, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 144 / 300 High
Violent Crime 140
40% above national avg
Property Crime 90
10% below national avg
City Ranking
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Is 97536 a Safe Zip Code?

Mixed — the grade is relative, but crime is above the national average. Zip code 97536 in Prospect, OR has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 144, which is 44% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Prospect.

Compared to the Prospect average (crime index 153), zip code 97536 is 9% lower in overall crime. Crime levels here are roughly in line with the city average.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 160, 60% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 33). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 160 (60% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 33 (67% below avg)

97536 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
131 +31% Moderate
Assault
124 +24% Moderate
Robbery
148 +48% Moderate
Rape
157 +57% High
Property Crime
Burglary
160 +60% High
Larceny / Theft
33 -67% Low
Vehicle Theft
76 -24% Low

How 97536 Compares

Crime index by category: 97536 vs Prospect average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

97536 Crime Map

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97536 Demographics & Context

Population
910
Median Income
$59,501
Home Value
$377,712
Median Age
53
Pop. Density
4/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.4%
Graduate Degree 7.2%

Housing

74%
26%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.3%
Black 0.2%
Hispanic 6.1%
Asian 0.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 97536, Prospect?

Zip code 97536 in Prospect, OR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 144, which is 44% above the national average. Compared to the Prospect average, crime in Zip code 97536 is 9% lower. Zip code 97536 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Prospect.

Is Zip code 97536 a safe neighborhood in Prospect?

Zip code 97536 has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of A. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 160), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 33). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Prospect.

How does Zip code 97536 compare to the rest of Prospect?

Zip code 97536's overall crime index is 144, compared to the Prospect average of 153. This means crime in Zip code 97536 is 9% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 140, and for property crime it is 90. 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 97536?

The most common crime type in Zip code 97536 is Burglary, with a crime index of 160 (60% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 97536?

Zip code 97536 has a population of approximately 910. The median household income is $59,501. The median home value is $377,712. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 97536 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 97536's overall crime rate is 44% above the national average (index 144 vs 100). Within Prospect, 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.