98304 Zip Code, Ashford

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Ashford

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 181 / 300 High
Violent Crime 137
37% above national avg
Property Crime 122
22% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 98304 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 98304 in Ashford, WA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 181, which is 81% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Ashford.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 184, 84% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 89).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 184 (84% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 89 (11% below avg)

98304 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Ashford city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
114 +14% Moderate
Assault
184 +84% High
Robbery
113 +13% Moderate
Rape
138 +38% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
178 +78% High
Larceny / Theft
89 -11% Average
Vehicle Theft
100 0% Average

98304 Crime Map

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98304 Demographics & Context

Population
560
Median Income
$50,569
Home Value
$252,626
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
10/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15%
Graduate Degree 7.2%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90%
Black 0.6%
Hispanic 4%
Asian 1.7%
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Ashford Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 98304, Ashford?

Zip code 98304 in Ashford, WA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 181, which is 81% above the national average. Zip code 98304 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Ashford.

Is Zip code 98304 a safe neighborhood in Ashford?

Zip code 98304 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Ashford, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 184), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 89). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Ashford.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 98304?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 98304 is Assault, with a crime index of 184 (84% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 98304?

Zip code 98304 has a population of approximately 560. The median household income is $50,569. The median home value is $252,626. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 98304 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 98304's overall crime rate is 81% above the national average (index 181 vs 100). Within Ashford, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.