98356 Zip Code, Morton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Morton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 128 / 300 High
Violent Crime 131
31% above national avg
Property Crime 97
3% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 98356 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 98356 in Morton, WA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Morton.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 145, 45% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 72). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 145 (45% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 72 (28% below avg)

98356 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
121 +21% Moderate
Assault
141 +41% Moderate
Robbery
138 +38% Moderate
Rape
122 +22% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
145 +45% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
73 -27% Low
Vehicle Theft
72 -28% Low

98356 Crime Map

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98356 Demographics & Context

Population
2,510
Median Income
$64,314
Home Value
$341,310
Median Age
51
Pop. Density
23/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.5%
Graduate Degree 10.5%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.2%
Black 0.8%
Hispanic 6.3%
Asian 0.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 98356, Morton?

Zip code 98356 in Morton, WA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average. Zip code 98356 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Morton.

Is Zip code 98356 a safe neighborhood in Morton?

Zip code 98356 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Morton, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 145), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 72). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Morton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 98356?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 98356 is Burglary, with a crime index of 145 (45% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 98356?

Zip code 98356 has a population of approximately 2,510. The median household income is $64,314. The median home value is $341,310. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 98356 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 98356's overall crime rate is 28% above the national average (index 128 vs 100). Within Morton, 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.