99320 Zip Code, Benton City

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Benton City

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 66 / 300 High
Violent Crime 72
28% below national avg
Property Crime 60
40% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 99320 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 99320 in Benton City, WA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 66, which is 34% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Benton City.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 101, 1% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 39).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 101 (1% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 39 (61% below avg)

99320 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
61 -39% Low
Assault
51 -49% Low
Robbery
75 -25% Low
Rape
101 +1% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
95 -5% Average
Larceny / Theft
39 -61% Low
Vehicle Theft
45 -55% Low

99320 Crime Map

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99320 Demographics & Context

Population
11,511
Median Income
$81,924
Home Value
$411,354
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
69/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.4%
Graduate Degree 6.3%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 82.5%
Black 0.7%
Hispanic 21.7%
Asian 1.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 99320, Benton City?

Zip code 99320 in Benton City, WA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 66, which is 34% below the national average. Zip code 99320 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Benton City.

Is Zip code 99320 a safe neighborhood in Benton City?

Zip code 99320 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Benton City, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 101), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 39). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Benton City.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 99320?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 99320 is Rape, with a crime index of 101 (1% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 99320?

Zip code 99320 has a population of approximately 11,511. The median household income is $81,924. The median home value is $411,354. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 99320 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 99320's overall crime rate is 34% below the national average (index 66 vs 100). Within Benton City, 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.