97918 Zip Code, Vale

Last updated: October 17, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Vale

Summary: 97918 (Vale, OR) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP 97918, Vale, OR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 8% above the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: October 17, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 108 / 300 High
Violent Crime 124
24% above national avg
Property Crime 92
8% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 97918 a Safe Zip Code?

Mixed — the grade is relative, but crime is above the national average. Zip code 97918 in Vale, OR has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 108, which is 8% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Vale.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 138, 38% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 72). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 138 (38% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 72 (28% below avg)

97918 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
111 +11% Moderate
Assault
112 +12% Moderate
Robbery
136 +36% Moderate
Rape
138 +38% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
125 +25% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
72 -28% Low
Vehicle Theft
78 -22% Low

97918 Crime Map

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97918 Demographics & Context

Population
4,812
Median Income
$47,902
Home Value
$248,161
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
11/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.3%
Graduate Degree 2.8%

Housing

63%
37%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 86.8%
Black 0.9%
Hispanic 18%
Asian 1.8%
97918 Crime Map
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Vale Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 97918, Vale?

Zip code 97918 in Vale, OR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 108, which is 8% above the national average. Zip code 97918 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Vale.

Is Zip code 97918 a safe neighborhood in Vale?

Zip code 97918 has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of A. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Rape (index: 138), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 72). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Vale.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 97918?

The most common crime type in Zip code 97918 is Rape, with a crime index of 138 (38% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 97918?

Zip code 97918 has a population of approximately 4,812. The median household income is $47,902. The median home value is $248,161. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 97918 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 97918's overall crime rate is 8% above the national average (index 108 vs 100). Within Vale, 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.