98938 Zip Code, Outlook

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Outlook

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 65 / 300 High
Violent Crime 86
14% below national avg
Property Crime 57
43% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 98938 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 98938 in Outlook, WA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 65, which is 35% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Outlook.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 131, 31% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 26). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 131 (31% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 26 (74% below avg)

98938 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
71 -29% Low
Assault
41 -59% Low
Robbery
102 +2% Moderate
Rape
131 +31% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
79 -21% Low
Larceny / Theft
26 -74% Low
Vehicle Theft
65 -35% Low

98938 Crime Map

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98938 Demographics & Context

Population
2,480
Median Income
$62,428
Home Value
$267,992
Median Age
32
Pop. Density
66/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10%
Graduate Degree 7.2%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 66.4%
Black 0.6%
Hispanic 65%
Asian 0.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 98938, Outlook?

Zip code 98938 in Outlook, WA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 65, which is 35% below the national average. Zip code 98938 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Outlook.

Is Zip code 98938 a safe neighborhood in Outlook?

Zip code 98938 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Outlook, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 131), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 26). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Outlook.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 98938?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 98938 is Rape, with a crime index of 131 (31% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 98938?

Zip code 98938 has a population of approximately 2,480. The median household income is $62,428. The median home value is $267,992. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 98938 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 98938's overall crime rate is 35% below the national average (index 65 vs 100). Within Outlook, 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.