Crime Safety Grade

B+

Spanaway, WA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 85% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is Spanaway Safe?

With an overall crime index of 69, Spanaway has a 31% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 333. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Spanaway earning an A grade while Spanaway rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Spanaway
69
Washington Avg
111
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
69
31% below average
Violent Crime
75
25% below average
Property Crime
104
4% above average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Spanaway

1 in 333

Property crime: 1 in 240

Where Is It Safe in Spanaway?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
Spanaway
A
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Spanaway Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Burglary · 10% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 53% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 78 ▼ 22%
Assault Violent 47 ▼ 53%
Robbery Violent 101 ▲ 1%
Burglary Property 110 ▲ 10%
Larceny / Theft Property 105 ▲ 5%
Vehicle Theft Property 98 ▼ 2%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Spanaway Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Spanaway A 69

Spanaway Crime by Zip Code

98387
A Index: 62

Spanaway Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
33,776
Median Income
$76,447
Home Value
$274,408
Median Rent
$1,378
Home Ownership
72%

Racial Demographics

White
63.8%
Black
9.4%
Hispanic
10.7%
Asian
10.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Spanaway?
Spanaway has an overall crime index of 69, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Spanaway are rated A or B for safety.
Is Spanaway safe to live in?
Spanaway has a crime safety grade of B+. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Spanaway?
The safest neighborhoods in Spanaway based on crime data include Spanaway. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Spanaway crime compare to the national average?
Spanaway's overall crime index is 69 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 31% lower than the typical US city.

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