98280 Zip Code, Orcas

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Orcas

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 146 / 300 High
Violent Crime 145
45% above national avg
Property Crime 112
12% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 98280 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 98280 in Orcas, WA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 146, which is 46% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Orcas.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 166, 66% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 74). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 166 (66% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 74 (26% below avg)

98280 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
143 +43% Moderate
Assault
150 +50% Moderate
Robbery
119 +19% Moderate
Rape
166 +66% High
Property Crime
Burglary
128 +28% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
74 -26% Low
Vehicle Theft
135 +35% Moderate

98280 Crime Map

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98280 Demographics & Context

Population
60
Median Income
$58,594
Home Value
$1,597,353
Median Age
55
Pop. Density
67/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 32%
Graduate Degree 17.7%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.9%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 5.1%
Asian 2.7%
98280 Crime Map
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Orcas Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 98280, Orcas?

Zip code 98280 in Orcas, WA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 146, which is 46% above the national average. Zip code 98280 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Orcas.

Is Zip code 98280 a safe neighborhood in Orcas?

Zip code 98280 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Orcas, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 166), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 74). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Orcas.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 98280?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 98280 is Rape, with a crime index of 166 (66% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 98280?

Zip code 98280 has a population of approximately 60. The median household income is $58,594. The median home value is $1,597,353. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 98280 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 98280's overall crime rate is 46% above the national average (index 146 vs 100). Within Orcas, 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.