98288 Zip Code, Skykomish

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Skykomish

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 199 / 300 High
Violent Crime 185
85% above national avg
Property Crime 104
4% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 98288 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 98288 in Skykomish, WA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 199, which is 99% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Skykomish.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 199, 99% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 58). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 199 (99% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 58 (42% below avg)

98288 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
178 +78% High
Assault
199 +99% High
Robbery
180 +80% High
Rape
181 +81% High
Property Crime
Burglary
195 +95% High
Larceny / Theft
60 -40% Low
Vehicle Theft
58 -42% Low

98288 Crime Map

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98288 Demographics & Context

Population
529
Median Income
$43,749
Home Value
$419,005
Median Age
52
Pop. Density
2/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.6%
Graduate Degree 5.6%

Housing

76%
24%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.9%
Black 0.7%
Hispanic 3%
Asian 2.3%
98288 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 98288, Skykomish?

Zip code 98288 in Skykomish, WA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 199, which is 99% above the national average. Zip code 98288 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Skykomish.

Is Zip code 98288 a safe neighborhood in Skykomish?

Zip code 98288 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Skykomish, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 199), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 58). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Skykomish.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 98288?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 98288 is Assault, with a crime index of 199 (99% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 98288?

Zip code 98288 has a population of approximately 529. The median household income is $43,749. The median home value is $419,005. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 98288 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 98288's overall crime rate is 99% above the national average (index 199 vs 100). Within Skykomish, 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.