98538 Zip Code, Curtis

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Curtis

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 114 / 300 High
Violent Crime 115
15% above national avg
Property Crime 62
38% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 98538 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 98538 in Curtis, WA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 114, which is 14% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Curtis.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 145, 45% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 21). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 145 (45% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 21 (79% below avg)

98538 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
112 +12% Moderate
Assault
87 -13% Average
Robbery
145 +45% Moderate
Rape
116 +16% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
125 +25% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
40 -60% Low
Vehicle Theft
21 -79% Low

98538 Crime Map

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98538 Demographics & Context

Population
885
Median Income
$65,778
Home Value
$468,578
Median Age
49
Pop. Density
7/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.7%
Graduate Degree 5.8%

Housing

81%
19%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.3%
Black 0.1%
Hispanic 3.8%
Asian 0.5%
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Curtis Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 98538, Curtis?

Zip code 98538 in Curtis, WA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 114, which is 14% above the national average. Zip code 98538 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Curtis.

Is Zip code 98538 a safe neighborhood in Curtis?

Zip code 98538 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Curtis, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 145), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 21). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Curtis.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 98538?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 98538 is Robbery, with a crime index of 145 (45% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 98538?

Zip code 98538 has a population of approximately 885. The median household income is $65,778. The median home value is $468,578. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 98538 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 98538's overall crime rate is 14% above the national average (index 114 vs 100). Within Curtis, 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.