97638 Zip Code, Silver Lake

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 Silver Lake

Summary: 97638 (Silver Lake, OR) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP 97638, Silver Lake, OR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 67% above the national average.

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

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 167 / 300 High
Violent Crime 159
59% above national avg
Property Crime 141
41% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 97638 a Safe Zip Code?

Mixed — the grade is relative, but crime is above the national average. Zip code 97638 in Silver Lake, OR has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 167, which is 67% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Silver Lake.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 177, 77% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 114).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 177 (77% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 114 (14% above avg)

97638 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
162 +62% High
Assault
150 +50% Moderate
Robbery
165 +65% High
Rape
157 +57% High
Property Crime
Burglary
177 +77% High
Larceny / Theft
114 +14% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
133 +33% Moderate

97638 Crime Map

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97638 Demographics & Context

Population
503
Median Income
$34,162
Home Value
$170,000
Median Age
54
Pop. Density
1/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 4.7%
Graduate Degree 8.8%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 85.1%
Black 0.2%
Hispanic 5.5%
Asian 0.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 97638, Silver Lake?

Zip code 97638 in Silver Lake, OR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 167, which is 67% above the national average. Zip code 97638 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Silver Lake.

Is Zip code 97638 a safe neighborhood in Silver Lake?

Zip code 97638 has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of A. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 177), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 114). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Silver Lake.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 97638?

The most common crime type in Zip code 97638 is Burglary, with a crime index of 177 (77% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 97638?

Zip code 97638 has a population of approximately 503. The median household income is $34,162. The median home value is $170,000. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 97638 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 97638's overall crime rate is 67% above the national average (index 167 vs 100). Within Silver Lake, 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.