98849 Zip Code, Riverside

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Riverside

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 105 / 300 High
Violent Crime 129
29% above national avg
Property Crime 119
19% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 98849 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 98849 in Riverside, WA has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 105, which is 5% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Riverside.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 157, 57% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 91).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 157 (57% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 91 (9% below avg)

98849 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
127 +27% Moderate
Assault
98 -2% Average
Robbery
157 +57% High
Rape
135 +35% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
149 +49% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
91 -9% Average
Vehicle Theft
118 +18% Moderate

98849 Crime Map

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98849 Demographics & Context

Population
2,159
Median Income
$48,226
Home Value
$338,110
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
10/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.7%
Graduate Degree 9%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 73.4%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 14.3%
Asian 0.8%
98849 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 98849, Riverside?

Zip code 98849 in Riverside, WA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 105, which is 5% above the national average. Zip code 98849 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Riverside.

Is Zip code 98849 a safe neighborhood in Riverside?

Zip code 98849 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Riverside, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 157), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 91). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Riverside.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 98849?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 98849 is Robbery, with a crime index of 157 (57% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 98849?

Zip code 98849 has a population of approximately 2,159. The median household income is $48,226. The median home value is $338,110. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 98849 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 98849's overall crime rate is 5% above the national average (index 105 vs 100). Within Riverside, 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.