Crime Safety Grade

B-

Kent, WA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 74% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 16+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Kent Safe?

With an overall crime index of 87, Kent has a 13% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 275. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Meridian Heights earning an A+ grade while O'Brien rates C+.

Crime Index Comparison

Kent
87
Washington Avg
111
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
87
13% below average
Violent Crime
91
9% below average
Property Crime
102
2% above average
Safe Areas
94%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Kent

1 in 275

Property crime: 1 in 245

Where Is It Safe in Kent?

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Kent Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 13% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 25% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 84 ▼ 16%
Assault Violent 75 ▼ 25%
Robbery Violent 113 ▲ 13%
Burglary Property 96 ▼ 4%
Larceny / Theft Property 108 ▲ 8%
Vehicle Theft Property 102 ▲ 2%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Kent Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Meridian Heights A+ 37
2 Lake Morton / Berrydale A+ 41
3 Cambridge & Kentwood A+ 17
4 Timberlane A 52
5 Meridian Valley Country Club A 38
6 Riverview A 43
7 West Hill A 89
8 Lake Meridian A 76
9 Scenic Hill A- 74
10 Kent East Hill A- 81
11 The Lakes A- 115
12 Salt Air Hills B+ 109
13 South Kent B- 181
14 Mill Creek / Kent B- 141
15 North Park B- 131
16 O'Brien C+ 169

Kent Crime by Zip Code

98042
A Index: 45
98030
B+ Index: 88
98032
B+ Index: 117
98031
B+ Index: 75

Kent Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
130,038
Median Income
$73,891
Home Value
$378,642
Median Rent
$1,495
Home Ownership
55%

Racial Demographics

White
51.6%
Black
10.8%
Hispanic
14.4%
Asian
20.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Kent?
Kent has an overall crime index of 87, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 94% of neighborhoods in Kent are rated A or B for safety.
Is Kent safe to live in?
Kent has a crime safety grade of B-. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Kent?
The safest neighborhoods in Kent based on crime data include Meridian Heights, Lake Morton / Berrydale, Cambridge & Kentwood, Timberlane, and Meridian Valley Country Club. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Kent crime compare to the national average?
Kent's overall crime index is 87 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 13% lower than the typical US city.

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