99840 Zip Code, Skagway

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Skagway

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 132 / 300 High
Violent Crime 139
39% above national avg
Property Crime 89
11% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 99840 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 99840 in Skagway, AK has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 132, which is 32% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Skagway.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 151, 51% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 74). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 151 (51% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 74 (26% below avg)

99840 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
135 +35% Moderate
Assault
137 +37% Moderate
Robbery
133 +33% Moderate
Rape
151 +51% High
Property Crime
Burglary
85 -15% Average
Larceny / Theft
74 -26% Low
Vehicle Theft
107 +7% Moderate

99840 Crime Map

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99840 Demographics & Context

Population
1,185
Median Income
$91,912
Home Value
$309,837
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
3/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.5%
Graduate Degree 3.9%

Housing

49%
51%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.2%
Black 0%
Hispanic 2.6%
Asian 0.9%
99840 Crime Map
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Skagway Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 99840, Skagway?

Zip code 99840 in Skagway, AK has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 132, which is 32% above the national average. Zip code 99840 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Skagway.

Is Zip code 99840 a safe neighborhood in Skagway?

Zip code 99840 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Skagway, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 151), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 74). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Skagway.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 99840?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 99840 is Rape, with a crime index of 151 (51% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 99840?

Zip code 99840 has a population of approximately 1,185. The median household income is $91,912. The median home value is $309,837. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 99840 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 99840's overall crime rate is 32% above the national average (index 132 vs 100). Within Skagway, 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.