Fossil, OR is a small town with a population of around 470 people, located in Wheeler County. Despite its small size, Fossil has experienced its fair share of crime. According to recent statistics, the town's violent crime rate is 11.8, which is significantly lower than the national average of 22.7. However, the property crime rate in Fossil is slightly higher at 31 compared to the national average of 35.4. This means that while residents of Fossil may feel relatively safe from violent crimes, they still have to be cautious of property crimes such as theft and burglary. The low crime rate in Fossil could be attributed to the tight-knit community and the town's remote location. However, it is important to note that no place is completely immune to crime, and residents and visitors should always practice caution and awareness.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Fossil violent crime is 11.8. (The US average is 22.7)
Fossil property crime is 31.0. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Fossil, Oregon does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Condon, Oregon. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Condon, Oregon. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.