98542 Zip Code, Ethel

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Ethel

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 115 / 300 High
Violent Crime 124
24% above national avg
Property Crime 84
16% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 98542 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 98542 in Ethel, WA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 115, which is 15% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Ethel.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 143, 43% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 51). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 143 (43% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 51 (49% below avg)

98542 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
114 +14% Moderate
Assault
104 +4% Moderate
Robbery
143 +43% Moderate
Rape
135 +35% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
121 +21% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
51 -49% Low
Vehicle Theft
81 -19% Average

98542 Crime Map

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98542 Demographics & Context

Population
863
Median Income
$56,226
Home Value
$466,167
Median Age
47
Pop. Density
60/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.6%
Graduate Degree 3.9%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 6%
Asian 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 98542, Ethel?

Zip code 98542 in Ethel, WA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 115, which is 15% above the national average. Zip code 98542 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Ethel.

Is Zip code 98542 a safe neighborhood in Ethel?

Zip code 98542 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Ethel, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 143), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 51). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Ethel.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 98542?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 98542 is Robbery, with a crime index of 143 (43% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 98542?

Zip code 98542 has a population of approximately 863. The median household income is $56,226. The median home value is $466,167. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 98542 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 98542's overall crime rate is 15% above the national average (index 115 vs 100). Within Ethel, 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.