Crime Safety Grade

A

Arlington, WA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 91% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is Arlington Safe?

With an overall crime index of 56, Arlington has a 44% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 329. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Gleneagle earning an A+ grade while Lakewood Garden rates A+.

Crime Index Comparison

Arlington
56
Washington Avg
111
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
56
44% below average
Violent Crime
76
24% below average
Property Crime
68
32% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Arlington

1 in 329

Property crime: 1 in 368

Where Is It Safe in Arlington?

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Arlington Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 17% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 48% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 58 ▼ 42%
Assault Violent 52 ▼ 48%
Robbery Violent 117 ▲ 17%
Burglary Property 69 ▼ 31%
Larceny / Theft Property 66 ▼ 34%
Vehicle Theft Property 69 ▼ 31%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Arlington Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Gleneagle A+ 18
2 Arlington Heights A+ 68
3 Lakewood Garden A+ 83

Arlington Crime by Zip Code

98223
A Index: 89

Arlington Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
19,947
Median Income
$77,023
Home Value
$346,038
Median Rent
$1,412
Home Ownership
66%

Racial Demographics

White
85.6%
Black
1.4%
Hispanic
7.1%
Asian
3.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Arlington?
Arlington has an overall crime index of 56, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Arlington are rated A or B for safety.
Is Arlington safe to live in?
Arlington has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Arlington?
The safest neighborhoods in Arlington based on crime data include Gleneagle, Arlington Heights, and Lakewood Garden. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Arlington crime compare to the national average?
Arlington's overall crime index is 56 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 44% lower than the typical US city.

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