Snohomish, WA Crime Map

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Crime in Snohomish, WA

Is Snohomish, WA safe to live in?

Snohomish ranks as one of the safer small cities in Washington State. Its overall crime grade is B+, and when looking specifically at the two analyzed neighborhoods — Snohomish Cascade and Catchcart — both earned Grade A+ ratings, the highest possible score. That means 100% of analyzed neighborhoods fall into the Grade A category, placing the city-wide safety rating firmly at Very Safe (A). For context, most cities of comparable population see a mix of A, B, and C grades across neighborhoods; Snohomish's uniformly top-tier ratings are statistically unusual and reflect genuinely low criminal activity across the city.

What is the crime rate in Snohomish compared to national averages?

Snohomish's crime profile is notably favorable relative to national benchmarks. With a population of 10,141 and a population density of 1,111 residents per square mile, the city sits in a density range where property crime often climbs — yet both of its analyzed neighborhoods, Snohomish Cascade and Catchcart, hold A+ grades. Nationally, only a small fraction of neighborhoods achieve A+ status. The city's poverty rate of 8% and median household income of $70,234 also correlate with lower crime likelihood, as economic stability is one of the strongest predictors of community safety. In short, Snohomish outperforms the national average across virtually every measured safety indicator.

What are the safest neighborhoods in Snohomish?

Every analyzed neighborhood in Snohomish earned a Grade A+, but here is how they compare on key data points:

• Snohomish Cascade — Grade A+ | Population: 4,630 | Median Household Income: $141,104. This is the largest analyzed neighborhood and carries the highest income figure in the dataset, a factor strongly associated with low crime prevalence.
• Catchcart — Grade A+ | Population: 2,849 | Median Household Income: $137,996. Nearly identical in safety grade to Snohomish Cascade, Catchcart's high median income and smaller population contribute to its tight-knit, low-crime character.

Both neighborhoods exceed the city-wide median household income of $70,234 by roughly double, and both maintain A+ safety grades — making them statistically among the safest residential areas you will find in Snohomish County.

Are there any higher-crime areas in Snohomish I should know about?

Based on available 2026 neighborhood data, there are no D or F graded areas in Snohomish — in fact, there are no C or B graded areas either. The neighborhoods flagged as relatively higher-crime in the dataset are Catchcart and Snohomish Cascade, and even those carry Grade A+ ratings. This means that even the comparatively less-safe parts of Snohomish are exceptional by most city standards. Residents should still practice standard precautions — securing vehicles, reporting suspicious activity, and participating in neighborhood watch programs — but the data does not point to any concentrated crime hotspots within city limits.

Is Snohomish a good place to buy a home from a safety perspective?

The safety data strongly supports Snohomish as a sound choice for homebuyers. With a median home value of $392,241 and a median rent of $1,050, the city offers relative affordability for the Pacific Northwest, particularly given its safety profile. All 100% of analyzed neighborhoods hold Grade A ratings, and the city-wide unemployment rate of 5.6% alongside a poverty rate of just 8% suggest economic conditions that tend to sustain low crime over time. Buyers prioritizing safety alongside value will find Snohomish Cascade and Catchcart — both A+ rated — especially compelling, as high-income, low-density neighborhoods like these historically maintain their safety grades even as surrounding metro areas fluctuate.

How does Snohomish's overall crime grade compare to nearby cities?

Snohomish holds an overall crime grade of B+ at the city level, which climbs to a Very Safe (A) rating when neighborhood-level data is aggregated. For a city of roughly 10,000 residents in the greater Seattle-Everett corridor — a region with significant urban crime pressure — maintaining B+ to A-level safety grades is a meaningful achievement. The fact that both analyzed neighborhoods are rated A+, with 0% of neighborhoods falling below a Grade A, distinguishes Snohomish from many comparably sized Washington cities where mixed grades are common. Prospective residents comparing Snohomish to nearby communities should weigh this consistent, top-tier neighborhood safety data as a significant quality-of-life advantage.