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Salem, Oregon

Downtown w:Salem, Oregon from top of w:Oregon State Capitol

The safety picture

Start with the overall picture, then look at the details that matter for daily life.

Violent Crime
541 per 100k

Moderate

Property Crime
2,879 per 100k

Good

Day to day confidence

Nighttime comfort, response, scams, stability, and solo living add practical context.

Major Disaster Declarations Since 2000
6

Weather and natural risks

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Natural Disaster Risk
High
Flood Risk
Moderate
Wildfire Risk
Low
Storm Risk
High
Heat Risk
Moderate
Drought Risk
Low

Sources

Safety depends on the neighborhood, the places you go each day, transportation, and personal comfort.

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