98834 Zip Code, Methow

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Methow

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 123 / 300 High
Violent Crime 121
21% above national avg
Property Crime 90
10% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 98834 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 98834 in Methow, WA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 123, which is 23% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Methow.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 140, 40% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 79). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 140 (40% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 79 (21% below avg)

98834 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
103 +3% Moderate
Assault
140 +40% Moderate
Robbery
115 +15% Moderate
Rape
124 +24% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
103 +3% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
79 -21% Low
Vehicle Theft
89 -11% Average

98834 Crime Map

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98834 Demographics & Context

Population
146
Median Income
$49,681
Home Value
$590,346
Median Age
50
Pop. Density
4/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.3%
Graduate Degree 5.2%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 80.9%
Black 0.2%
Hispanic 20.8%
Asian 0.8%
98834 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 98834, Methow?

Zip code 98834 in Methow, WA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 123, which is 23% above the national average. Zip code 98834 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Methow.

Is Zip code 98834 a safe neighborhood in Methow?

Zip code 98834 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Methow, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 140), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 79). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Methow.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 98834?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 98834 is Assault, with a crime index of 140 (40% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 98834?

Zip code 98834 has a population of approximately 146. The median household income is $49,681. The median home value is $590,346. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 98834 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 98834's overall crime rate is 23% above the national average (index 123 vs 100). Within Methow, 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.