98295 Zip Code, Sumas

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sumas

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 77 / 300 High
Violent Crime 102
2% above national avg
Property Crime 42
58% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 98295 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 98295 in Sumas, WA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 77, which is 23% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sumas.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 145, 45% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 24). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 145 (45% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 24 (76% below avg)

98295 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
80 -20% Low
Assault
57 -43% Low
Robbery
124 +24% Moderate
Rape
145 +45% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
73 -27% Low
Larceny / Theft
24 -76% Low
Vehicle Theft
29 -71% Low

98295 Crime Map

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98295 Demographics & Context

Population
3,030
Median Income
$70,429
Home Value
$478,100
Median Age
35
Pop. Density
104/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.7%
Graduate Degree 5.1%

Housing

65%
35%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 81.1%
Black 1.2%
Hispanic 13.9%
Asian 1.8%
98295 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 98295, Sumas?

Zip code 98295 in Sumas, WA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 77, which is 23% below the national average. Zip code 98295 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sumas.

Is Zip code 98295 a safe neighborhood in Sumas?

Zip code 98295 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sumas, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 145), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 24). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sumas.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 98295?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 98295 is Rape, with a crime index of 145 (45% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 98295?

Zip code 98295 has a population of approximately 3,030. The median household income is $70,429. The median home value is $478,100. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 98295 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 98295's overall crime rate is 23% below the national average (index 77 vs 100). Within Sumas, 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.