98532 Zip Code, Chehalis

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Chehalis

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 94 / 300 High
Violent Crime 113
13% above national avg
Property Crime 95
5% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 98532 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 98532 in Chehalis, WA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 94, which is 6% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Chehalis.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 128, 28% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 88).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 128 (28% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 88 (12% below avg)

98532 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
111 +11% Moderate
Assault
91 -9% Average
Robbery
122 +22% Moderate
Rape
128 +28% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
88 -12% Average
Larceny / Theft
103 +3% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
95 -5% Average

98532 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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98532 Demographics & Context

Population
22,152
Median Income
$70,480
Home Value
$467,666
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
69/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.8%
Graduate Degree 7.4%

Housing

67%
33%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 87%
Black 1.4%
Hispanic 9.1%
Asian 2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 98532, Chehalis?

Zip code 98532 in Chehalis, WA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 94, which is 6% below the national average. Zip code 98532 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Chehalis.

Is Zip code 98532 a safe neighborhood in Chehalis?

Zip code 98532 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Chehalis, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 128), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 88). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Chehalis.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 98532?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 98532 is Rape, with a crime index of 128 (28% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 98532?

Zip code 98532 has a population of approximately 22,152. The median household income is $70,480. The median home value is $467,666. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 98532 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 98532's overall crime rate is 6% below the national average (index 94 vs 100). Within Chehalis, 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.