Is Spokane Safe?
With an overall crime index of 117, Spokane has a 17% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 216. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like North Indian Trail earning an A+ grade while West Central rates B+.
Crime Index Comparison
Spokane
Washington Avg
National Avg
100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.
Crime Index
117
17% above average
Violent Crime
116
16% above average
Property Crime
131
31% above average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B
Your chance of violent crime in Spokane
1 in 216
Property crime: 1 in 191
Where Is It Safe in Spokane?
Safest Neighborhoods
1
A+
2
A+
3
A+
4
A+
5
A+
6
A
7
A
8
A
9
A
10
A
North Indian Trail
Median income: $104,796
Manito / Cannon Hill
Median income: $107,555
South Indian Trail
Median income: $80,969
Five Mile / Prairie
Median income: $111,825
Rockwood
Median income: $104,375
Latah Valley
Median income: $76,576
Comstock
Median income: $87,184
Northwest
Median income: $70,667
Southgate
Median income: $82,580
North Hill
Median income: $60,499
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Spokane Crime Breakdown
Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 39% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 10% above avg
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murder Violent | 119 | ▲ 19% | |
| Assault Violent | 119 | ▲ 19% | |
| Robbery Violent | 110 | ▲ 10% | |
| Burglary Property | 119 | ▲ 19% | |
| Larceny / Theft Property | 139 | ▲ 39% | |
| Vehicle Theft Property | 133 | ▲ 33% |
Violent vs Property Crime
Neighborhood Safety Distribution
All Spokane Neighborhoods
| # | Neighborhood | Grade | Crime Index |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Indian Trail | A+ | 25 |
| 2 | Manito / Cannon Hill | A+ | 50 |
| 3 | South Indian Trail | A+ | 36 |
| 4 | Five Mile / Prairie | A+ | 48 |
| 5 | Rockwood | A+ | 60 |
| 6 | Latah Valley | A | 110 |
| 7 | Comstock | A | 75 |
| 8 | Northwest | A | 79 |
| 9 | Southgate | A | 88 |
| 10 | North Hill | A | 105 |
| 11 | Grandview / Thorpe | A | 111 |
| 12 | Minnehaha | A | 81 |
| 13 | Lincoln Heights | A | 111 |
| 14 | Whitman | A | 114 |
| 15 | Hillyard | A | 137 |
| 16 | Peaceful Valley | A | 198 |
| 17 | Nevada / Lidgerwood | A | 135 |
| 18 | Cliff / Cannon | A- | 158 |
| 19 | Emerson / Garfield | A- | 154 |
| 20 | West Hills | A- | 146 |
| 21 | Logan | A- | 128 |
| 22 | Spokane International Airport | A- | 154 |
| 23 | Bemiss | A- | 153 |
| 24 | Browne's Addition | A- | 189 |
| 25 | East Central | B+ | 138 |
| 26 | Chief Garry Park | B+ | 150 |
| 27 | Riverside | B+ | 197 |
| 28 | West Central | B+ | 157 |
Spokane Crime by Zip Code
99203
A+
Index: 78
99223
A
Index: 73
99208
A
Index: 68
99206
A
Index: 98
99217
A
Index: 84
99216
A
Index: 109
99212
A
Index: 116
99218
A
Index: 81
99224
A
Index: 94
99205
A
Index: 104
99207
A
Index: 144
99202
A-
Index: 127
99204
A-
Index: 174
99201
A-
Index: 175
99252
A-
Index: 194
99260
B
Index: 197
Spokane Demographics & Cost of Living
Population
426,849
Median Income
$52,600
Home Value
$205,406
Median Rent
$905
Home Ownership
56%
Racial Demographics
White
83.8%
Black
2.9%
Hispanic
5.5%
Asian
3.4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Spokane?
Spokane has an overall crime index of 117, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Spokane are rated A or B for safety.
Is Spokane safe to live in?
Spokane has a crime safety grade of A-. Very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Spokane?
The safest neighborhoods in Spokane based on crime data include North Indian Trail, Manito / Cannon Hill, South Indian Trail, Five Mile / Prairie, and Rockwood. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Spokane crime compare to the national average?
Spokane's overall crime index is 117 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 17% higher than the typical US city.
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