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23%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
20%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
31%
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 peopleHillsboro/100k peopleOregon/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime3,045n/a (estimate)2,8633,2782,324
Murder4n/a3.84.56.3
Rape58n/a54.540.640.0
Robbery63n/a59.268.666.1
Assault190n/a178.7228.7268.2
Violent crime315n/a (estimate)296342370
Burglary318n/a299.0360.7269.8
Theft2,077n/a1,953.12,023.01,401.9
Vehicle theft335n/a315.0551.5282.7
Property crime2,730n/a (estimate)2,5672,9351,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Hillsboro, OR

Looking at the most recent crime report, the crime rate in Hillsboro is 23.2% higher than the national average. These crimes fall into two primary categories: violent and property. Violent crimes encompass murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes involve theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In Hillsboro, there were 315 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 296 per 100,000 individuals, 19.9% lower than the national average. Additionally, there were 2730 property crimes, amounting to 2567 per 100,000 residents, 31.4% higher than the U.S. average.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Hillsboro?

AreaVibes surveyed 29 local residents in Hillsboro to gauge the safety of the area. Based on the results, 66% of people answered that there was very little crime in Hillsboro and that they felt very comfortable walking alone at night. Another 34% of people responded that there was far too much crime and they would be hesitant to walk the streets alone at night. Keep in mind that the opinions of residents may vary depending on which area they live in.

Is Hillsboro a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Hillsboro is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Hillsboro has a total crime rate that is 23% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 8.34 daily crimes (0.86 violent daily crimes and 7.48 daily property crimes) in Hillsboro.

Has Crime in Hillsboro Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows us to analyze short-term trends in crime activity. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, we can identify patterns and shifts in Hillsboro crime rates. This information can be invaluable for residents looking to make informed decisions on where to live. When comparing the most recent year to the previous year, total crime in Hillsboro has increased by 19.9% year over year. Violent crime has increased by 15% and property crime has increased by 20.5%.

Potential Causes for Crime in Hillsboro

In Hillsboro, the poverty rate currently stands at 9.3%, which contrasts with the national average of 15.1%. It's essential to recognize that the economic status of a city's inhabitants could be a pivotal factor influencing crime stats. Communities grappling with high poverty rates and income inequality are often susceptible to elevated crime levels, as some individuals may turn to unlawful activities to fulfill their essential needs. While lower poverty rates could lead to a reduction in Hillsboro crime rates.

If employment opportunities are limited or if many jobs offer low wages, it can lead to higher rates of unemployment and underemployment, which could lead to an increase in Hillsboro crime rates. Areas where individuals struggle with unemployment or low wages, may be more susceptible to an increase in criminal activities as a result of financial insecurity. While lower rates of unemployment or a surplus of job opportunities could lead to a decrease in crime as their basic needs are being met. Hillsboro has an unemployment rate of 3.5%, compared to a national average of 4.7%.

The educational level within a community can have an influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of education are associated with reduced crime rates, as they offer individuals improved employment prospects and alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, lower educational attainment tends to correspond with higher crime rates. In Hillsboro, 84.2% of residents have achieved at least a high school diploma, which differs from the national average of 83%.

Hillsboro crime map



The Hillsboro crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Hillsboro 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 Hillsboro crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Hillsboro 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

      • Hillsboro crime rates are 23% higher than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Hillsboro are 20% lower than the national average
      • In Hillsboro you have a 1 in 35 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Hillsboro is safer than 30% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Hillsboro has increased by 27%

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        Daily Crime In Hillsboro (per 100,000 people)

        The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in Hillsboro for every 100,000 residents. The Hillsboro total amount of daily crime is 1.14 times less than the Oregon average and 1.23 times more than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in Hillsboro, is 1.16 times less than the Oregon average, and it is 1.25 times less than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that Hillsboro has a daily crime average that is 1.14 times less than the Oregon average and 1.31 times more than the daily national rate.

        How Safe is Hillsboro (higher is better)

        Is Hillsboro safe in comparison to other cities in the state of Oregon as well as in comparison to the rest of the areas across the United States. Using the gauges above, which compare crime in Hillsboro to other cities in the state and across the country, Hillsboro is 35% safer than other cities of Oregon and 30% safer than other cities in the nation. Hillsboro has a ranks below average in comparison to other cities in the country.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Hillsboro

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Hillsboro is 1 in 338
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Hillsboro is 1 in 39
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Hillsboro is 1 in 35
        Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In Hillsboro, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 338. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 39 chance of being the victim of a property crime such as vehicle theft, personal property theft, and burglary. Your overall risk of becoming a crime victim in Hillsboro is 1 in 35.

        Year Over Year Crime In Hillsboro (per 100,000 people)

        An ideal indicator of whether Hillsboro is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live can be done by analyzing the year over year crime rates per 100,000 people. Year over year violent crime in Hillsboro has increased by 22% and the rate of property crime in Hillsboro has increased by 28%. The total crime rate in Hillsboro has increased by 27% year to year.

        Hillsboro police department

        Item Hillsboro Oregon National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)1785,156558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents1.92.23.3
        There are a total of 178 Hillsboro police officers. This results in 1.9 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 14.7% less than the Oregon average and 41.8% 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
        Durham, OR1,76451438489
        Yamhill, OR1,3360944944
        King City, OR4,34579892972
        Raleigh Hills, OR6,6751119541,066
        West Haven-Sylvan, OR8,5051201,0301,150
        West Slope, OR6,7991211,0351,156
        Rivergrove, OR6041381,1861,324
        Hillsboro, OR108,0262962,5672,863

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        Meridian, ID107,787140631771
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        Hillsboro, OR108,0262962,5672,863
        Source: The Hillsboro, 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.