98631 Zip Code, Long Beach

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Long Beach

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 138 / 300 High
Violent Crime 132
32% above national avg
Property Crime 123
23% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 98631 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 98631 in Long Beach, 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 Long Beach.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 148, 48% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 115).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 148 (48% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 115 (15% above avg)

98631 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
129 +29% Moderate
Assault
148 +48% Moderate
Robbery
135 +35% Moderate
Rape
116 +16% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
123 +23% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
130 +30% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
115 +15% Moderate

98631 Crime Map

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98631 Demographics & Context

Population
4,374
Median Income
$55,891
Home Value
$433,974
Median Age
57
Pop. Density
146/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.2%
Graduate Degree 6.2%

Housing

70%
30%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 88.7%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 7.5%
Asian 1.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 98631, Long Beach?

Zip code 98631 in Long Beach, 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 98631 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Long Beach.

Is Zip code 98631 a safe neighborhood in Long Beach?

Zip code 98631 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Long Beach, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 148), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 115). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Long Beach.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 98631?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 98631 is Assault, with a crime index of 148 (48% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 98631?

Zip code 98631 has a population of approximately 4,374. The median household income is $55,891. The median home value is $433,974. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 98631 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 98631's overall crime rate is 38% above the national average (index 138 vs 100). Within Long Beach, 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.