97490 Zip Code, Walton

Last updated: October 21, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Walton

Summary: 97490 (Walton, OR) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP 97490, Walton, 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 21, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 108 / 300 High
Violent Crime 122
22% above national avg
Property Crime 64
36% below national avg
City Ranking
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Is 97490 a Safe Zip Code?

Mixed — the grade is relative, but crime is above the national average. Zip code 97490 in Walton, 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 Walton.

Compared to the Walton average (crime index 100), zip code 97490 is 8% higher in overall crime. Crime levels here are roughly in line with the city average.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 157, 57% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 30). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 157 (57% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 30 (70% below avg)

97490 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
96 -4% Average
Assault
97 -3% Average
Robbery
136 +36% Moderate
Rape
157 +57% High
Property Crime
Burglary
109 +9% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
30 -70% Low
Vehicle Theft
52 -48% Low

How 97490 Compares

Crime index by category: 97490 vs Walton average vs national average.

Crime by Category

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97490 Crime Map

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97490 Demographics & Context

Population
1,051
Median Income
$61,592
Home Value
$361,154
Median Age
49
Pop. Density
6/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.5%
Graduate Degree 6.4%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.6%
Black 0.2%
Hispanic 4.1%
Asian 1.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 97490, Walton?

Zip code 97490 in Walton, OR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 108, which is 8% above the national average. Compared to the Walton average, crime in Zip code 97490 is 8% higher. Zip code 97490 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Walton.

Is Zip code 97490 a safe neighborhood in Walton?

Zip code 97490 has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of A. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Rape (index: 157), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 30). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Walton.

How does Zip code 97490 compare to the rest of Walton?

Zip code 97490's overall crime index is 108, compared to the Walton average of 100. This means crime in Zip code 97490 is 8% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 122, and for property crime it is 64. 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 97490?

The most common crime type in Zip code 97490 is Rape, with a crime index of 157 (57% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 97490?

Zip code 97490 has a population of approximately 1,051. The median household income is $61,592. The median home value is $361,154. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 97490 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 97490's overall crime rate is 8% above the national average (index 108 vs 100). Within Walton, 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.