Selah, WA Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 86% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Selah Safe?
Yes — Selah is safe overall
A safe city with below-average crime, though safety varies by neighborhood.
Selah has a crime rate that is 46% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 591.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 591
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
56% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 75
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
28% lower than national average
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Selah Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
59 | -41% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
40 | -60% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
51 | -49% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
61 | -39% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
57 | -43% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
68 | -32% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
69 | -31% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Selah Crime Map
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Selah Crime by Zip Code
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Selah Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Selah, WA?
Selah, WA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 46% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 591 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 75 chance for property crime. Selah has lower crime than 86% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Selah, WA safe to live in?
Selah is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A-. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Selah is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Selah?
The estimated violent crime rate in Selah is 169.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 56% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 591 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.9 per 100K (41% below average); aggravated assault at 108.3 per 100K (60% below average); robbery at 37.5 per 100K (49% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Selah?
The estimated property crime rate in Selah is 1,325.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 28% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 75 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 152.5 per 100K (43% below average); larceny/theft at 954.2 per 100K (32% below average); vehicle theft at 218.8 per 100K (31% below average).
How does Selah crime compare to the national average?
Selah's overall crime rate is 46% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is vehicle theft (31% below average), while assault is 60% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Selah has lower crime than 86% of them.
Is Selah safe to visit?
Selah is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 28% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Selah crime compare to the rest of Washington?
Washington as a whole has crime that is 11% above the national average. Selah's crime rate is 46% below the national average, making it safer the typical Washington city.
What type of crime is most common in Selah?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Selah, with an estimated rate of 954.2 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 32% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,326 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (169 per 100K) in Selah, which is consistent with national trends.