98944 Zip Code, Sunnyside

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sunnyside

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 115 / 300 High

Violent Crime 127

27% above national avg

Property Crime 130

30% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 98944 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 98944 in Sunnyside, WA has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 115, which is 15% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sunnyside.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 151, 51% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 97).

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 151 (51% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Assault · Index 97 (3% below avg)

98944 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Sunnyside	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	124	+24%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	97	-3%	N/A	Average
Robbery	135	+35%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	151	+51%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	129	+29%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	125	+25%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	137	+37%	N/A	Moderate

98944 Crime Map

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98944 Demographics & Context

Population

23,210

Median Income

$45,026

Home Value

$261,599

Median Age

Pop. Density

58/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 4.6%

Graduate Degree 5.7%

Housing

58%

42%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 50%

Black 0.4%

Hispanic 80.4%

Asian 1%

98944 Crime Map

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 98944, Sunnyside?

Zip code 98944 in Sunnyside, WA has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 115, which is 15% above the national average. Zip code 98944 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sunnyside.

Is Zip code 98944 a safe neighborhood in Sunnyside?

Zip code 98944 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sunnyside, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 151), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 97). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sunnyside.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 98944?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 98944 is Rape, with a crime index of 151 (51% 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 98944?

Zip code 98944 has a population of approximately 23,210. The median household income is $45,026. The median home value is $261,599. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 98944 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 98944's overall crime rate is 15% above the national average (index 115 vs 100). Within Sunnyside, 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.