Yachats, OR Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 85% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Yachats Safe?
Yes — Yachats is safe overall
A safe city with below-average crime, though safety varies by neighborhood.
Yachats has a crime rate that is 46% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 404.
100% of Yachats neighborhoods are rated A or B for safety, while 0% have high crime rates.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 404
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
35% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 205
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
73% lower than national average
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Yachats Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
36 | -64% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
73 | -27% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
34 | -66% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
72 | -28% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
54 | -46% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
20 | -80% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
19 | -81% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Yachats Crime Map
Neighborhood-level crime heatmap. Click any area for details.
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Where Is It Safe in Yachats?
Safety varies dramatically across Yachats's 1+ neighborhoods.
Safest Neighborhoods
Top 1Neighborhood Safety Distribution
Out of 1 neighborhoods in Yachats
All Yachats Neighborhoods
| # | Neighborhood | Grade | Crime Index |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | San Marine | A | 112 |
Yachats Crime by Zip Code
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Yachats Demographics & Context
Racial Demographics
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Yachats, OR?
Yachats, OR has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 46% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 404 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 205 chance for property crime. Yachats has lower crime than 85% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Yachats, OR safe to live in?
Yachats is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A-. Approximately 100% of the city's 1 neighborhoods are rated A or B for safety. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Yachats is strongly recommended.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Yachats?
Based on 2026 crime data, the safest neighborhoods in Yachats are San Marine. These areas have significantly lower crime rates than the city average and are popular choices for families, professionals, and anyone prioritizing safety.
What is the violent crime rate in Yachats?
The estimated violent crime rate in Yachats is 247.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 35% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 404 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 1.8 per 100K (64% below average); aggravated assault at 196.0 per 100K (27% below average); robbery at 25.5 per 100K (66% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Yachats?
The estimated property crime rate in Yachats is 488.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 73% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 205 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 145.1 per 100K (46% below average); larceny/theft at 283.6 per 100K (80% below average); vehicle theft at 60.1 per 100K (81% below average).
How does Yachats crime compare to the national average?
Yachats's overall crime rate is 46% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is assault (27% below average), while vehicle theft is 81% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Yachats has lower crime than 85% of them.
Is Yachats safe to visit?
Yachats is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 73% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods. Popular, safer areas for visitors include San Marine.
How does Yachats crime compare to the rest of Oregon?
Oregon as a whole has crime that is 14% above the national average. Yachats's crime rate is 46% below the national average, making it safer the typical Oregon city.
What type of crime is most common in Yachats?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Yachats, with an estimated rate of 283.6 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 80% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (489 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (248 per 100K) in Yachats, which is consistent with national trends.