Crime Safety Grade

A

Puyallup, WA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 79% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is Puyallup Safe?

With an overall crime index of 80, Puyallup has a 20% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 284. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like South Hill/Puyallup earning an A grade while Downtown Puyallup rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Puyallup
80
Washington Avg
111
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
80
20% below average
Violent Crime
88
12% below average
Property Crime
103
3% above average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Puyallup

1 in 284

Property crime: 1 in 243

Where Is It Safe in Puyallup?

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Puyallup Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 8% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 28% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 86 ▼ 14%
Assault Violent 72 ▼ 28%
Robbery Violent 105 ▲ 5%
Burglary Property 96 ▼ 4%
Larceny / Theft Property 108 ▲ 8%
Vehicle Theft Property 106 ▲ 6%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Puyallup Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 South Hill/Puyallup A 67
2 Frederickson A 56
3 Downtown Puyallup A 117

Puyallup Crime by Zip Code

98374
A Index: 64
98372
A Index: 98
98371
A Index: 87
98375
A Index: 50
98373
A Index: 85

Puyallup Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
41,666
Median Income
$76,565
Home Value
$352,561
Median Rent
$1,352
Home Ownership
52%

Racial Demographics

White
75.7%
Black
3.8%
Hispanic
8.8%
Asian
7.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Puyallup?
Puyallup has an overall crime index of 80, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Puyallup are rated A or B for safety.
Is Puyallup safe to live in?
Puyallup has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Puyallup?
The safest neighborhoods in Puyallup based on crime data include South Hill/Puyallup, Frederickson, and Downtown Puyallup. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Puyallup crime compare to the national average?
Puyallup's overall crime index is 80 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 20% lower than the typical US city.

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