98255 Zip Code, Hamilton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Hamilton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 138 / 300 High
Violent Crime 124
24% above national avg
Property Crime 117
17% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 98255 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 98255 in Hamilton, WA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 138, which is 38% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Hamilton.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 193, 93% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 77).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 193 (93% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 77 (23% below avg)

98255 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
126 +26% Moderate
Assault
106 +6% Moderate
Robbery
139 +39% Moderate
Rape
125 +25% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
193 +93% High
Larceny / Theft
80 -20% Low
Vehicle Theft
77 -23% Low

98255 Crime Map

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98255 Demographics & Context

Population
5
Median Income
$79,213
Home Value
$286,969
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
18/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 4.3%
Graduate Degree 3.4%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.2%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 3.9%
Asian 0.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 98255, Hamilton?

Zip code 98255 in Hamilton, WA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 138, which is 38% above the national average. Zip code 98255 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Hamilton.

Is Zip code 98255 a safe neighborhood in Hamilton?

Zip code 98255 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Hamilton, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 193), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 77). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Hamilton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 98255?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 98255 is Burglary, with a crime index of 193 (93% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 98255?

Zip code 98255 has a population of approximately 5. The median household income is $79,213. The median home value is $286,969. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 98255 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 98255's overall crime rate is 38% above the national average (index 138 vs 100). Within Hamilton, 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.