98850 Zip Code, Rock Island

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Rock Island

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 124 / 300 High

Violent Crime 103

3% above national avg

Property Crime 127

27% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 98850 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 98850 in Rock Island, WA has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 124, which is 24% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Rock Island.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 155, 55% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 88). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 155 (55% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Assault · Index 88 (12% below avg)

98850 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Rock Island	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	95	-5%	N/A	Average
Assault	88	-12%	N/A	Average
Robbery	122	+22%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	106	+6%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	155	+55%	N/A	High
Larceny / Theft	117	+17%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	108	+8%	N/A	Moderate

98850 Crime Map

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98850 Demographics & Context

Population

1,016

Median Income

$55,853

Home Value

$436,167

Median Age

Pop. Density

45/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.9%

Graduate Degree 6.9%

Housing

62%

38%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 55.4%

Black 1.1%

Hispanic 51%

Asian 0.6%

98850 Crime Map

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Rock Island Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 98850, Rock Island?

Zip code 98850 in Rock Island, WA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 124, which is 24% above the national average. Zip code 98850 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Rock Island.

Is Zip code 98850 a safe neighborhood in Rock Island?

Zip code 98850 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Rock Island, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 155), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 88). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Rock Island.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 98850?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 98850 is Burglary, with a crime index of 155 (55% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 98850?

Zip code 98850 has a population of approximately 1,016. The median household income is $55,853. The median home value is $436,167. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 98850 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 98850's overall crime rate is 24% above the national average (index 124 vs 100). Within Rock Island, 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.