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28%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
56%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
23%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleJunction City/100k peopleOregon/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime124n/a (estimate)1,6663,2782,324
Murder1n/a13.44.56.3
Rape2n/a26.940.640.0
Robbery3n/a40.368.666.1
Assault6n/a80.6228.7268.2
Violent crime12n/a (estimate)161342370
Burglary14n/a188.1360.7269.8
Theft87n/a1,169.02,023.01,401.9
Vehicle theft11n/a147.8551.5282.7
Property crime112n/a (estimate)1,5052,9351,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Junction City, OR

Crime is typically categorized into two main types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. Based on the most recent report, the Junction City crime rate is lower than the national average by 28.3%. Specifically, there were 12 violent crimes in Junction City, equivalent to 161 per 100,000 individuals, lower than the national average by 56.4%. Furthermore, Junction City recorded 112 property crimes, amounting to 1505 per 100,000 residents, which was lower than the average by 23%.

While murder rates in the United States have shown a consistent decline since 1990, recent years have witnessed an increase. Unfortunately, Junction City ranks among the cities with the highest murder rates in the nation, when compared to all reporting cities in the U.S. In Junction City, there were a total of 1 murders, translating to 13 murders per 100,000 residents. This alarming statistic underscores the need for heightened attention to community safety and crime prevention efforts in the area.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Junction City?

What is the prevailing sentiment among Junction City residents regarding the state of crime? A comprehensive survey conducted by AreaVibes, involving 7 respondents, sheds light on this matter. The results were as follows: 43% of Junction City residents expressed a notable sense of security, asserting that crime was virtually non-existent in their community, and they felt at ease strolling the streets after dark. While, 57% of those surveyed held a contrasting viewpoint, perceiving a higher incidence of crime, leading them to feel apprehensive about walking alone at night.

Is Junction City a Safe Place to Live?

Before you decide to relocate, it’s always good to ask yourself “Is Junction City a safe place to live?” Although the answer might not be that simple, as some areas are safer than others, getting a good feel for the overall rate of crime can definitely be helpful. Overall, the Junction City crime rate is 28% lower than the national average. If we break that down daily, that translates into 0.34 crimes per day - 0.03 violent crimes and 0.31 property crimes.

Has Crime in Junction City Increased Since Last Year?

Examining year-over-year crime data provides insights into short-term trends with regards to the crime activity in Junction City. This analysis involves comparing crime rates from one year to the next, enabling the identification of patterns and fluctuations in crime. Such information proves invaluable to residents seeking to make well-informed decisions about their choice of residence. In the most recent year, compared to the previous one, total crime in Junction City has decreased by 12.1%. Specifically, violent crime has increased by 9.1%, while property crime has decreased by 13.9%. This data empowers individuals with a clearer understanding of the evolving safety landscape in Junction City.

Potential Causes for Crime in Junction City

Junction City reports an unemployment rate of 2.3%, contrasting with the national average of 4.7%. Constrained employment opportunities or a prevalence of low-paying positions can contribute to elevated rates of unemployment and underemployment. Areas where individuals contend with joblessness or insufficient wages may display heightened susceptibility to an increase in criminal activities attributed to economic insecurity. Conversely, regions characterized by robust employment rates often witness a decrease in overall Junction City crime rates.

The level of education within a community can impact crime rates. Higher educational attainment often correlates with lower crime rates, as it provides individuals with better job opportunities and alternatives to criminal behavior. While lower educational achievement rates tend to lead to higher crime rates. In Junction City, 82.1% of people have completed high school, while 83% of people have completed high school nationally.

In Junction City, the ratio of police officers and civilians stands at 2.93 per 1,000 residents, contrasting with the national average of 3.25. This discrepancy highlights the potential impact of law enforcement and community policing on crime rates. The strength of their collaboration can serve as a deterrent to criminal behavior, fostering a safer environment. Effective law enforcement leans heavily on community policing strategies that prioritize the cultivation of trust and cooperation between police and residents. It's essential to recognize that the effectiveness of these efforts isn't solely tied to the quantity of officers but also hinges on the quality of their engagement with the community.

Junction City crime map



The Junction City crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Junction City as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Junction City crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Junction City crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.
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      Crime Quick Facts

      • Junction City crime rates are 28% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Junction City are 56% lower than the national average
      • In Junction City you have a 1 in 61 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Junction City is safer than 55% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Junction City has decreased by 26%

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        Daily Crime In Junction City (per 100,000 people)

        The graph above illustrates the number of daily crimes in Junction City, OR per 100,000 people. In Junction City, the total number of daily crimes is 1.97 times less than the Oregon average and 1.39 times less than the national average. The number of daily violent crimes in Junction City is 2.12 times less than the Oregon average and 2.29 times less than the national average. With regards to property crimes, Junction City has a daily crime rate that is 1.95 times less than the Oregon average and 1.30 times less than the national average.

        How Safe is Junction City (higher is better)

        How safe is Junction City, Oregon compared to other cities in Oregon and the rest of the cities across the United States? The graphs above show that Junction City is safer than 69% of the cities in Oregon and 55% of the cities in the United States. These results are calculated by analyzing all cities in Oregon and across the US as a whole and determining how many areas have a lower crime rate than Junction City. Overall, Junction City is ranked above average compared to all other cities across the United States.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Junction City

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Junction City is 1 in 621
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Junction City is 1 in 67
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Junction City is 1 in 61
        Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in Junction City? In Junction City, you have a 1 in 621 chance of falling victim to a violent crime, such as rape, robbery, assault, or even murder. In terms of property crime, your chances of being a victim are 1 in 67. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in Junction City, OR is 1 in 61.

        Year Over Year Crime In Junction City (per 100,000 people)

        Determining whether Junction City is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Junction City violent crime rates have decreased by 8%. At the same time, property crime has decreased by 27% year over year. Total crimes for Junction City has decreased by 26% in the same time frame.

        Junction City police department

        Item Junction City Oregon National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)165,156558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents2.92.23.3
        There are a total of 16 Junction City police officers. This results in 2.9 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 32.3% greater than the Oregon average and 9.8% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Oregon

        State Total offenders Oregon /100K National /100K
        Oregon88324266
        There are a total of 883 sex offenders in Oregon. This yields a total of 24 sex offenders in Oregon per 100,000 residents which is 91% less than the national average.

        Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Coburg, OR1,3841241,0621,186
        Brownsville, OR2,1391511,2991,451
        Harrisburg, OR3,8522271,9512,178
        Veneta, OR5,0102882,4682,755
        Springfield, OR62,7293233,2803,604
        Eugene, OR170,4573773,4153,792
        Monroe, OR6434603,9494,410
        Junction City, OR6,1401611,5051,666

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        Junction City, OR6,1401611,5051,666
        Source: The Junction City, OR crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.