Independence, OR Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Independence Police Department serves the city of Independence, OR in Polk County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 437 violent crimes and 732 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 57.8 per 100k residents, which is 45.6% below the national average. Property crime averages 77.0 per 100k, 52.9% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate57.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents437 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate19.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents65 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate77.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents732 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate9.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents67 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate67.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents588 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 57.8 | A | 437 | 106.2 | -45.6% |
| Property Crime | 77.0 | A | 732 | 163.6 | -52.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 19.3 | B | 65 | 22.3 | -13.5% |
| Burglary | 9.6 | A | 67 | 24.0 | -60.0% |
| Larceny | 67.4 | A | 588 | 116.4 | -42.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas | 4 miles | B 78.8 | A 84.5 | Violent: 36.5% higher Property: 9.7% higher |
| Monmouth | 9 miles | B 70.5 | A 70.5 | Violent: 22.1% higher Property: 8.4% lower |
| Mcminnville | 23 miles | A 57.9 | B 141.8 | Violent: 0.2% higher Property: 84.1% higher |
| Yamhill | 24 miles | B 86.9 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 50.4% higher Property: N/A |
| Corvallis | 28 miles | A 50.4 | D 219.6 | Violent: 12.7% lower Property: 185.2% higher |