97493 Zip Code, Westlake

Last updated: October 22, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Westlake

Summary: 97493 (Westlake, OR) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP 97493, Westlake, OR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 65% above the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: October 22, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 165 / 300 High
Violent Crime 106
6% above national avg
Property Crime 65
35% below national avg
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Is 97493 a Safe Zip Code?

Mixed — the grade is relative, but crime is above the national average. Zip code 97493 in Westlake, OR has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 165, which is 65% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Westlake.

Compared to the Westlake average (crime index 157), zip code 97493 is 8% higher 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: 175, 75% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 9). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 175 (75% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 9 (91% below avg)

97493 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
89 -11% Average
Assault
168 +68% High
Robbery
86 -14% Average
Rape
79 -21% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
175 +75% High
Larceny / Theft
12 -88% Low
Vehicle Theft
9 -91% Low

How 97493 Compares

Crime index by category: 97493 vs Westlake average vs national average.

Crime by Category

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97493 Crime Map

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97493 Demographics & Context

Population
1,579
Median Income
$63,590
Home Value
$408,172
Median Age
59
Pop. Density
23/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.6%
Graduate Degree 7.1%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.5%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 3.3%
Asian 1.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 97493, Westlake?

Zip code 97493 in Westlake, OR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 165, which is 65% above the national average. Compared to the Westlake average, crime in Zip code 97493 is 8% higher. Zip code 97493 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Westlake.

Is Zip code 97493 a safe neighborhood in Westlake?

Zip code 97493 has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of A. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 175), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 9). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Westlake.

How does Zip code 97493 compare to the rest of Westlake?

Zip code 97493's overall crime index is 165, compared to the Westlake average of 157. This means crime in Zip code 97493 is 8% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 106, and for property crime it is 65. 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 97493?

The most common crime type in Zip code 97493 is Burglary, with a crime index of 175 (75% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 97493?

Zip code 97493 has a population of approximately 1,579. The median household income is $63,590. The median home value is $408,172. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 97493 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 97493's overall crime rate is 65% above the national average (index 165 vs 100). Within Westlake, 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.