CityCheck
CitiesSafetyAskPlan
C-

Is Coos Bay, Oregon Safe?

Population 15,686 · Safer than 25% of US cities

Declining· 2023 FBI UCR data

In a community of 15,686, each crime incident has a bigger statistical impact. Coos Bay earns a C- with violent crime close to the national average. Property crime makes up the majority of offenses, with theft at 1,731 per 100K.

Coos Bay Crime Rates vs State and National Averages

MetricCoos BayOregon AvgNational Avg
Violent Crime Rate388.1332.5363.8
Property Crime Rate2010.22078.01,832.3
Murder Rate6.0--5.7
Assault Rate300.0--268.2
Theft Rate1731.0--1,401.5
Vehicle Theft Rate323.0--318.3

All rates per 100,000 residents. 2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report + Census Bureau population estimates.

Overall SafetyC-

239.8 crimes per 1,000 residents

Violent CrimeD+

388/100K (national avg: 364)

Property CrimeC-

2010/100K (national avg: 1,832)

Key Crime Statistics for Coos Bay

Violent crime in Coos Bay is close to the national average. The rate of 388.1 per 100K exceeds the national 363.8.

Property crime is close to the national average at 2010.2 per 100K vs. the national 1,832.3.

Theft is the most reported crime at 1,731 per 100K. The national average is 1,401.5.

Coos Bay Crime Breakdown by Category

Murder6
01.1x national avgAvg: 5.7
Assault300
01.1x national avgAvg: 268.2
Robbery91
01.4x national avgAvg: 63.3
Burglary236
087% of avgAvg: 269.8
Theft1,731
01.2x national avgAvg: 1,401.5
Vehicle Theft323
01.0x national avgAvg: 318.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. Vertical marker = national average.

How Coos Bay Compares

Violent Crime Rate (per 100K)

Coos Bay
388.1
State
332.5
National
363.8

Property Crime Rate (per 100K)

Coos Bay
2010.2
State
2078.0
National
1832.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. National averages from 2023 FBI UCR data.

Frequently Asked Questions About Coos Bay Safety

Is Coos Bay safe?
Not especially. Coos Bay earns a C- with a crime rate of 239.8 per 1,000 residents, and violent crime runs close to the national average. Standard precautions apply, especially at night.
What is the crime rate in Coos Bay?
239.8 per 1,000 residents. That breaks down to a violent crime rate of 388.1 per 100,000 (the national average is 363.8) and property crime at 2010.2 per 100,000 (national average: 1832.3).
Is Coos Bay safe for tourists?
Exercise extra caution. Coos Bay's C- grade reflects real risk, particularly for property crime. Theft (1,731 per 100K) is the biggest concern for visitors. Stay in well-lit, busy areas at night.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Coos Bay?
Neighborhood-level data varies, but suburban residential areas in Coos Bay generally report lower crime than downtown or commercial districts. For block-level detail, check the Coos Bay police department's crime map.
Is crime increasing in Coos Bay?
Yes, there's been an uptick. Coos Bay's crime rates have moved in the wrong direction recently, though the city still holds a C- grade overall.
How does Coos Bay compare to other cities in Oregon?
Below average for the state. Coos Bay ranks behind about 65% of Oregon cities on safety, with property crime being the bigger issue at 1.1x the national rate.
How safe is Coos Bay to live in?
Worth factoring into your decision. Violent crime is close to the national average. The upward trend in crime is concerning.
How bad is crime in Coos Bay?
Bad. A C- grade and 239.8 per-thousand rate put Coos Bay below 75% of US cities. Violent crime at 388 per 100K is the core problem.
What is the violent crime rate in Coos Bay?
388.1 per 100,000, which is 7% above the national average of 363.8. That includes assault (300), robbery (91), and murder (6.0) per 100,000.

Nearby Cities in Oregon

Similar-sized communities in Oregon. Compare crime rates across the state.

C
See crime rates in The Dalles15,745 pop · Grade C
C-
See crime rates in Troutdale15,776 pop · Grade C-
D+
See crime rates in Cornelius15,520 pop · Grade D+
D+
See crime rates in St. Helens14,450 pop · Grade D+
D
See crime rates in Pendleton16,989 pop · Grade D
C-
See crime rates in Dallas17,890 pop · Grade C-
View all Oregon city safety grades

Looking for things to do? See activities, events and places in Coos Bay

Get weekly safety updates for Coos Bay

Weekly crime trend updates and safety grade changes delivered to your inbox.

2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report data and Census Bureau population estimates. Safety grades calculated using national and state-level crime rate distributions. Not a substitute for local law enforcement guidance.

Know before you go

CityCheck covers safety grades, crime data, and things to do for every US city.

Explore cities