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40%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
54%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
38%
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 peopleOrting/100k peopleWashington/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime123n/a (estimate)1,3863,7322,324
Murder0n/a0.05.06.3
Rape0n/a0.039.240.0
Robbery1n/a11.386.866.1
Assault14n/a157.7244.7268.2
Violent crime15n/a (estimate)169376370
Burglary19n/a214.0563.0269.8
Theft71n/a799.82,154.01,401.9
Vehicle theft18n/a202.8639.3282.7
Property crime108n/a (estimate)1,2173,3561,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Orting, WA

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 Orting crime rate is lower than the national average by 40.4%. Specifically, there were 15 violent crimes in Orting, equivalent to 169 per 100,000 individuals, lower than the national average by 54.3%. Furthermore, Orting recorded 108 property crimes, amounting to 1217 per 100,000 residents, which was lower than the average by 37.8%.

In the latest reported crime year, Orting recorded zero homicides. This statistic potentially positions the city as a paragon of security, radiating a profound sense of safety for its residents. A low number of severe violent crimes instills a deep feeling of well-being among its community but also establishes a lofty benchmark for other locales aspiring to foster equally secure environments.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Orting?

What do the local residents think about crime in Orting? Well, based on a recent survey of 9 people (conducted by AreaVibes), 89% of Orting residents said that there was virtually no crime and that they felt safe walking at night. Another 11% of respondents said that there was too much crime in the area and they did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Orting a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Orting 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. Orting has a total crime rate that is 40% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.34 daily crimes (0.04 violent daily crimes and 0.3 daily property crimes) in Orting.

Has Crime in Orting 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 Orting 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 Orting has increased by 4.2% year over year. Violent crime has decreased by 11.8% and property crime has increased by 6.9%.

Potential Causes for Crime in Orting

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 Orting 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. Orting has an unemployment rate of 4.1%, compared to a national average of 4.7%.

High cost of living can lead to economic stress for individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. When people struggle to make ends meet due to high housing costs, healthcare expenses, or other basic necessities, they may be more inclined to engage in criminal activities, such as theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. On the flipside, cities that have a lower cost of living, could see a reduced crime rate. In Orting, the cost of living is 18.89% higher than the national average.

Orting has a ratio of police officers and civilians per 1,000 residents that differs from the national norm, with 1.45 officers and civilians per 1,000 residents, compared to 3.25 nationwide. Crime rates are profoundly influenced by the effectiveness of law enforcement and community policing endeavors. A resilient and cooperative partnership between law enforcement agencies and the community can serve as a deterrent to criminal activities, ultimately enhancing safety. The efficacy of law enforcement extends beyond mere numbers and extends into the realm of community policing strategies, emphasizing the cultivation of trust and collaboration between officers and the community. It is not merely a matter of quantity but the quality of engagement with the community that matters most.

Orting crime map



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

  • Orting crime rates are 40% lower than the national average
  • Violent crimes in Orting are 54% lower than the national average
  • In Orting you have a 1 in 73 chance of becoming a victim of crime
  • Orting is safer than 58% of the cities in the United States
  • Year over year crime in Orting has increased by 4%

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        Daily Crime In Orting (per 100,000 people)

        The graph above looks at the comparison of crimes committed in Orting on a daily basis (per 100,000 people) to crimes committed throughout the state of Washington and the USA. According to the latest crime statistics, daily crimes in Orting (which include property crimes as well as violent crimes), when compared to Washington, are 2.69 times less than the state average and 1.68 times less than than national average. Violent crimes committed in Orting on a daily basis are 2.22 times less than than Washington average and 2.19 times less than the average nationwide. Daily property crime rates in Orting are 2.76 times less than the daily state average and 1.61 times less than the daily national numbers.

        How Safe is Orting (higher is better)

        How safe is Orting, Washington compared to other cities in Washington and the rest of the cities across the United States? The graphs above show that Orting is safer than 75% of the cities in Washington and 58% of the cities in the United States. These results are calculated by analyzing all cities in Washington and across the US as a whole and determining how many areas have a lower crime rate than Orting. Overall, Orting is ranked above average compared to all other cities across the United States.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Orting

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Orting is 1 in 592
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Orting is 1 in 83
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Orting is 1 in 73
        Wondering what the chances are that you fall victim to a crime in Orting? In Orting, WA you have a 1 in 592 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery and assault. With regards to property crime, you have a 1 in 83 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and motor vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 73 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Orting.

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

        A good indicator of whether Orting is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live can be determined by analyzing the year over year crime rate (per 100,000 people). The number of violent crimes in Orting has decreased by 12%, while the property crime rate in Orting has increased by 7% year over year. The number of total crimes in Orting has increased by 4% year over year.

        Orting police department

        Item Orting Washington National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)108,169558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents1.52.23.3
        There are a total of 10 Orting police officers. This results in 1.5 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 33% less than the Washington average and 55.4% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Washington

        State Total offenders Washington /100K National /100K
        Washington6,688107266
        There are a total of 6,688 sex offenders in Washington. This yields a total of 107 sex offenders in Washington per 100,000 residents which is 60% 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
        Browns Point, WA96153471524
        Lake Holm, WA3,33289798887
        McMillin, WA1,2361171,0451,162
        Fife Heights, WA1,9191311,1711,302
        Clear Lake, WA1,1011321,1821,314
        Buckley, WA4,9602841,1031,387
        Crocker, WA1,3221501,3381,487
        Orting, WA8,2671691,2171,386

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        Four Corners, MD8,2682219071,128
        Chester, IL8,2643912,2912,682
        Mammoth Lakes, CA8,2633961,7202,116
        Hornell, NY8,2746002,4073,007
        Oak Grove, MO8,2781311,2041,335
        Orting, WA8,2671691,2171,386
        Source: The Orting, WA 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.