98844 Zip Code, Oroville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Oroville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 144 / 300 High

Violent Crime 129

29% above national avg

Property Crime 84

16% below national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 98844 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 98844 in Oroville, WA has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 144, which is 44% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Oroville.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 138, 38% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 66). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Assault · Index 138 (38% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 66 (34% below avg)

98844 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Oroville	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	123	+23%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	138	+38%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	120	+20%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	134	+34%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	101	+1%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	66	-34%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	84	-16%	N/A	Average

98844 Crime Map

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98844 Demographics & Context

Population

3,847

Median Income

$45,975

Home Value

$353,053

Median Age

Pop. Density

11/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.1%

Graduate Degree 4.7%

Housing

67%

33%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 74.2%

Black 0.9%

Hispanic 22%

Asian 1.8%

98844 Crime Map

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Oroville Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 98844, Oroville?

Zip code 98844 in Oroville, WA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 144, which is 44% above the national average. Zip code 98844 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Oroville.

Is Zip code 98844 a safe neighborhood in Oroville?

Zip code 98844 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Oroville, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Assault (index: 138), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 66). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Oroville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 98844?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 98844 is Assault, with a crime index of 138 (38% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 98844?

Zip code 98844 has a population of approximately 3,847. The median household income is $45,975. The median home value is $353,053. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 98844 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 98844's overall crime rate is 44% above the national average (index 144 vs 100). Within Oroville, 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.