99169 Zip Code, Ritzville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Ritzville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 170 / 300 High
Violent Crime 152
52% above national avg
Property Crime 116
16% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 99169 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 99169 in Ritzville, WA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 170, which is 70% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Ritzville.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 174, 74% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 88). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 174 (74% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 88 (12% below avg)

99169 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
157 +57% High
Assault
174 +74% High
Robbery
138 +38% Moderate
Rape
140 +40% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
155 +55% High
Larceny / Theft
104 +4% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
88 -12% Average

99169 Crime Map

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99169 Demographics & Context

Population
3,159
Median Income
$62,306
Home Value
$218,580
Median Age
49
Pop. Density
4/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.2%
Graduate Degree 6.2%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 92.5%
Black 0.5%
Hispanic 8.4%
Asian 0.7%
99169 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 99169, Ritzville?

Zip code 99169 in Ritzville, WA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 170, which is 70% above the national average. Zip code 99169 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Ritzville.

Is Zip code 99169 a safe neighborhood in Ritzville?

Zip code 99169 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Ritzville, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 174), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 88). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Ritzville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 99169?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 99169 is Assault, with a crime index of 174 (74% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 99169?

Zip code 99169 has a population of approximately 3,159. The median household income is $62,306. The median home value is $218,580. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 99169 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 99169's overall crime rate is 70% above the national average (index 170 vs 100). Within Ritzville, 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.