98294 Zip Code, Sultan

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sultan

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 129 / 300 High
Violent Crime 95
5% below national avg
Property Crime 102
2% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 98294 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 98294 in Sultan, WA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sultan.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 127, 27% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 67).

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 127 (27% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 67 (33% below avg)

98294 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
127 +27% Moderate
Assault
67 -33% Low
Robbery
101 +1% Moderate
Rape
84 -16% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
124 +24% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
95 -5% Average
Vehicle Theft
87 -13% Average

98294 Crime Map

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98294 Demographics & Context

Population
7,623
Median Income
$83,981
Home Value
$480,172
Median Age
36
Pop. Density
118/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.9%
Graduate Degree 4.7%

Housing

73%
27%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 83.5%
Black 0.5%
Hispanic 10.8%
Asian 2.1%
98294 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 98294, Sultan?

Zip code 98294 in Sultan, WA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average. Zip code 98294 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sultan.

Is Zip code 98294 a safe neighborhood in Sultan?

Zip code 98294 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sultan, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Murder (index: 127), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 67). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sultan.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 98294?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 98294 is Murder, with a crime index of 127 (27% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 98294?

Zip code 98294 has a population of approximately 7,623. The median household income is $83,981. The median home value is $480,172. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 98294 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 98294's overall crime rate is 29% above the national average (index 129 vs 100). Within Sultan, 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.