98851 Zip Code, Soap Lake

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Soap Lake

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 136 / 300 High
Violent Crime 138
38% above national avg
Property Crime 110
10% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 98851 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 98851 in Soap Lake, WA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 136, which is 36% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Soap Lake.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 143, 43% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 93). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 143 (43% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 93 (7% below avg)

98851 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
136 +36% Moderate
Assault
143 +43% Moderate
Robbery
132 +32% Moderate
Rape
141 +41% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
128 +28% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
108 +8% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
93 -7% Average

98851 Crime Map

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98851 Demographics & Context

Population
5,884
Median Income
$56,385
Home Value
$343,087
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
32/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.7%
Graduate Degree 2.6%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 82%
Black 0.8%
Hispanic 15.1%
Asian 1.1%
98851 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 98851, Soap Lake?

Zip code 98851 in Soap Lake, WA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 136, which is 36% above the national average. Zip code 98851 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Soap Lake.

Is Zip code 98851 a safe neighborhood in Soap Lake?

Zip code 98851 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Soap Lake, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 143), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 93). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Soap Lake.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 98851?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 98851 is Assault, with a crime index of 143 (43% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 98851?

Zip code 98851 has a population of approximately 5,884. The median household income is $56,385. The median home value is $343,087. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 98851 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 98851's overall crime rate is 36% above the national average (index 136 vs 100). Within Soap Lake, 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.