98579 Zip Code, Rochester

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Rochester

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 70 / 300 High
Violent Crime 96
4% below national avg
Property Crime 68
32% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 98579 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 98579 in Rochester, WA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 70, which is 30% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Rochester.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 137, 37% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 40). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 137 (37% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 40 (60% below avg)

98579 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
73 -27% Low
Assault
40 -60% Low
Robbery
134 +34% Moderate
Rape
137 +37% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
95 -5% Average
Larceny / Theft
57 -43% Low
Vehicle Theft
53 -47% Low

98579 Crime Map

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98579 Demographics & Context

Population
13,167
Median Income
$74,963
Home Value
$524,811
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
145/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.6%
Graduate Degree 4.4%

Housing

76%
24%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 85.3%
Black 1.3%
Hispanic 10%
Asian 1.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 98579, Rochester?

Zip code 98579 in Rochester, WA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 70, which is 30% below the national average. Zip code 98579 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Rochester.

Is Zip code 98579 a safe neighborhood in Rochester?

Zip code 98579 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Rochester, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 137), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 40). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Rochester.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 98579?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 98579 is Rape, with a crime index of 137 (37% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 98579?

Zip code 98579 has a population of approximately 13,167. The median household income is $74,963. The median home value is $524,811. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 98579 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 98579's overall crime rate is 30% below the national average (index 70 vs 100). Within Rochester, 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.