98571 Zip Code, Pacific Beach

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Pacific Beach

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 184 / 300 High
Violent Crime 92
8% below national avg
Property Crime 64
36% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 98571 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 98571 in Pacific Beach, WA has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 184, which is 84% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Pacific Beach.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 183, 83% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 5). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 183 (83% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 5 (95% below avg)

98571 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
79 -21% Low
Assault
183 +83% High
Robbery
33 -67% Low
Rape
71 -29% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
154 +54% High
Larceny / Theft
34 -66% Low
Vehicle Theft
5 -95% Low

98571 Crime Map

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98571 Demographics & Context

Population
66
Median Income
$61,882
Home Value
$747,330
Median Age
56
Pop. Density
139/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 41.5%
Graduate Degree 3.4%

Housing

59%
41%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 70.5%
Black 1.3%
Hispanic 8.8%
Asian 0.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 98571, Pacific Beach?

Zip code 98571 in Pacific Beach, WA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 184, which is 84% above the national average. Zip code 98571 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Pacific Beach.

Is Zip code 98571 a safe neighborhood in Pacific Beach?

Zip code 98571 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Pacific Beach, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Assault (index: 183), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 5). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Pacific Beach.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 98571?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 98571 is Assault, with a crime index of 183 (83% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 98571?

Zip code 98571 has a population of approximately 66. The median household income is $61,882. The median home value is $747,330. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 98571 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 98571's overall crime rate is 84% above the national average (index 184 vs 100). Within Pacific Beach, 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.