98256 Zip Code, Index

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Index

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 194 / 300 High
Violent Crime 152
52% above national avg
Property Crime 113
13% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 98256 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 98256 in Index, WA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 194, which is 94% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Index.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 193, 93% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 19). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 193 (93% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 19 (81% below avg)

98256 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
124 +24% Moderate
Assault
193 +93% High
Robbery
157 +57% High
Rape
135 +35% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
191 +91% High
Larceny / Theft
129 +29% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
19 -81% Low

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98256 Demographics & Context

Population
254
Median Income
$59,355
Home Value
$211,230
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
3/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.4%
Graduate Degree 9.8%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 92.8%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 3.5%
Asian 2.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 98256, Index?

Zip code 98256 in Index, WA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 194, which is 94% above the national average. Zip code 98256 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Index.

Is Zip code 98256 a safe neighborhood in Index?

Zip code 98256 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Index, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 193), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 19). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Index.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 98256?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 98256 is Assault, 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 98256?

Zip code 98256 has a population of approximately 254. The median household income is $59,355. The median home value is $211,230. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 98256 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 98256's overall crime rate is 94% above the national average (index 194 vs 100). Within Index, 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.