98576 Zip Code, Rainier

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Rainier

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 84 / 300 High
Violent Crime 85
15% below national avg
Property Crime 55
45% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 98576 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 98576 in Rainier, WA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 84, which is 16% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Rainier.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 103, 3% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 28). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 103 (3% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 28 (72% below avg)

98576 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
78 -22% Low
Assault
61 -39% Low
Robbery
99 -1% Average
Rape
103 +3% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
100 0% Average
Larceny / Theft
38 -62% Low
Vehicle Theft
28 -72% Low

98576 Crime Map

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98576 Demographics & Context

Population
4,916
Median Income
$82,999
Home Value
$513,938
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
89/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.8%
Graduate Degree 5.8%

Housing

76%
24%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 86.2%
Black 2.1%
Hispanic 6.7%
Asian 2.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 98576, Rainier?

Zip code 98576 in Rainier, WA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 84, which is 16% below the national average. Zip code 98576 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Rainier.

Is Zip code 98576 a safe neighborhood in Rainier?

Zip code 98576 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Rainier, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 103), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 28). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Rainier.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 98576?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 98576 is Rape, with a crime index of 103 (3% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 98576?

Zip code 98576 has a population of approximately 4,916. The median household income is $82,999. The median home value is $513,938. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 98576 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 98576's overall crime rate is 16% below the national average (index 84 vs 100). Within Rainier, 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.