Crime Safety Grade

B-

Auburn, WA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 79% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 16+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Auburn Safe?

With an overall crime index of 80, Auburn has a 20% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 281. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Lakeland earning an A+ grade while Newaukum rates B.

Crime Index Comparison

Auburn
80
Washington Avg
111
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
80
20% below average
Violent Crime
89
11% below average
Property Crime
103
3% above average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Auburn

1 in 281

Property crime: 1 in 243

Where Is It Safe in Auburn?

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Auburn Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 26% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 41% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 83 ▼ 17%
Assault Violent 59 ▼ 41%
Robbery Violent 126 ▲ 26%
Burglary Property 108 ▲ 8%
Larceny / Theft Property 102 ▲ 2%
Vehicle Theft Property 97 ▼ 3%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Auburn Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Lakeland A+ 23
2 West Hill A+ 30
3 Berkshire Glen A+ 12
4 Jovita Heights A+ 38
5 Jovita A 44
6 Wynaco A 85
7 Camelot A 55
8 Lost Creek Villages A 39
9 Green Valley / Green River A 96
10 Lake Dolloff A 71
11 Lea Hill A 94
12 Riverwalk A- 99
13 Stuck A- 122
14 Christopher B+ 142
15 Newaukum B 140
16 Meredith B- 187

Auburn Crime by Zip Code

98092
A Index: 67
98001
A Index: 58
98002
B+ Index: 136

Auburn Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
80,914
Median Income
$76,410
Home Value
$343,820
Median Rent
$1,314
Home Ownership
60%

Racial Demographics

White
63.4%
Black
5.6%
Hispanic
12.5%
Asian
13.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Auburn?
Auburn has an overall crime index of 80, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Auburn are rated A or B for safety.
Is Auburn safe to live in?
Auburn has a crime safety grade of B-. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Auburn?
The safest neighborhoods in Auburn based on crime data include Lakeland, West Hill, Berkshire Glen, Jovita Heights, and Jovita. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Auburn crime compare to the national average?
Auburn's overall crime index is 80 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 20% lower than the typical US city.

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