Oregon Airbnb Hosts Face Highest Arson Rates in the Nation and Rising Crime Risks
A shocking recent survey found that Oregon Airbnb hosts are facing the highest arson rates in the country, making Oregon one of the worst states for Airbnb property hosts. And it’s also the third most dangerous state for these hosts.
Oregon Airbnb Hosts Facing The Highest Arson And Crime Risks
Using data from the FBI on five different crime metrics collected by Steadily, a rental insurance company, all 50 states were analyzed to identify the most dangerous states for short-term rental properties based on the property crime risks that most affect vacation rental owners.
Idaho, West Virginia, and Maine are the safest states for short-term rental properties, but the top 10 most dangerous states for Airbnb hosts are:
| RANK | STATE | INDEX SCORE | LEADING FACTOR/S |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Mexico | 86.69 | Destruction of property and burglary |
| 2 | Washington | 80.19 | Burglary |
| 3 | Oregon | 76.45 | Arson |
| 4 | Colorado | 75.25 | Destruction of property |
| 5 | Nevada | 72.51 | Burglary |
| 6 | Arkansas | 70.88 | Burglary |
| 7 | Oklahoma | 70.36 | Burglary |
| 8 | Tennessee | 70.16 | Theft from a building |
| 9 | New York | 69.04 | Robbery |
| 10 | Kansas | 67.88 | Destruction of property |
As the third most dangerous state for Airbnb hosts, Oregon’s overall score was pegged at 76.45 after factoring in the state’s arson rate of 31.87 incidents per 100,000 people- the highest in the nation.
A theft from buildings rate of 151.95 incidents per 100,000 people meant Oregon also had the third-highest rate in this category.
Oregon’s elevated arson rate is also compounding the costs of vandalism and burglary that already affect the state, as other reports consistently show the state struggling with property crime, especially in urban areas like Portland. Experts named housing instability, addiction issues, and stretched law enforcement capacity as key drivers.
Commenting on the new findings, Steadily CEO, Darren Nix, said, “Short-term rental owners in high-risk states should consider enhanced security measures like doorbell cameras, secure lockboxes, and comprehensive insurance coverage specifically designed for their property.”