98531 Zip Code, Centralia

Crime Rate & Statistics

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Centralia

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 107 / 300 High

Violent Crime 114

14% above national avg

Property Crime 138

38% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 98531 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 98531 in Centralia, WA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 107, which is 7% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Centralia.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 148, 48% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 98). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 148 (48% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Assault · Index 98 (2% below avg)

98531 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Centralia	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	115	+15%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	98	-2%	N/A	Average
Robbery	123	+23%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	118	+18%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	126	+26%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	148	+48%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	141	+41%	N/A	Moderate

98531 Crime Map

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98531 Demographics & Context

Population

28,191

Median Income

$54,503

Home Value

$393,709

Median Age

Pop. Density

205/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.4%

Graduate Degree 6.6%

Housing

59%

41%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 82.1%

Black 1.1%

Hispanic 17%

Asian 2%

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Centralia Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 98531, Centralia?

Zip code 98531 in Centralia, WA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 107, which is 7% above the national average. Zip code 98531 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Centralia.

Is Zip code 98531 a safe neighborhood in Centralia?

Zip code 98531 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Centralia, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 148), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 98). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Centralia.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 98531?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 98531 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 148 (48% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 98531?

Zip code 98531 has a population of approximately 28,191. The median household income is $54,503. The median home value is $393,709. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 98531 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 98531's overall crime rate is 7% above the national average (index 107 vs 100). Within Centralia, 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.