Ontario, OR Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Ontario Police Department serves the city of Ontario, OR in Malheur County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,203 violent crimes and 3,182 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 178.5 per 100k residents, which is 68.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 518.6 per 100k, 217.0% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 6 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 FAnnual Rate178.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,203 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate8.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents47 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate76.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents322 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate518.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,182 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate42.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents350 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate374.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,537 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate93.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents267 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 178.5 | F | 1203 | 106.2 | +68.1% |
| Property Crime | 518.6 | F | 3182 | 163.6 | +217.0% |
| Rape | 8.5 | F | 47 | 3.5 | +140.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 76.5 | F | 322 | 22.3 | +243.8% |
| Burglary | 42.5 | F | 350 | 24.0 | +76.9% |
| Larceny | 374.1 | F | 2537 | 116.4 | +221.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 93.5 | F | 267 | 22.2 | +321.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 6 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 3 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nyssa | 10 miles | B 92.4 | D 246.5 | Violent: 48.2% lower Property: 52.5% lower |
| Baker City | 59 miles | A 9.7 | A 38.8 | Violent: 94.6% lower Property: 92.5% lower |
| La Grande | 105 miles | A 60.8 | C 182.4 | Violent: 66.0% lower Property: 64.8% lower |
| Burns | 108 miles | D 143.3 | F 286.6 | Violent: 19.7% lower Property: 44.7% lower |
| Enterprise | 109 miles | C 100.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 44.0% lower Property: N/A |