20198 Zip Code, The Plains

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in The Plains

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 144 / 300 High
Violent Crime 116
16% above national avg
Property Crime 89
11% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 20198 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 20198 in The Plains, VA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 144, which is 44% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in The Plains.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 159, 59% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 48). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 159 (59% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 48 (52% below avg)

20198 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
115 +15% Moderate
Assault
159 +59% High
Robbery
98 -2% Average
Rape
90 -10% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
132 +32% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
87 -13% Average
Vehicle Theft
48 -52% Low

20198 Crime Map

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20198 Demographics & Context

Population
2,601
Median Income
$107,967
Home Value
$1,315,213
Median Age
47
Pop. Density
37/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 21.6%
Graduate Degree 12.7%

Housing

59%
41%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 86.3%
Black 5%
Hispanic 12.8%
Asian 1.3%
20198 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 20198, The Plains?

Zip code 20198 in The Plains, VA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 144, which is 44% above the national average. Zip code 20198 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in The Plains.

Is Zip code 20198 a safe neighborhood in The Plains?

Zip code 20198 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in The Plains, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 159), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 48). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in The Plains.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 20198?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 20198 is Assault, with a crime index of 159 (59% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 20198?

Zip code 20198 has a population of approximately 2,601. The median household income is $107,967. The median home value is $1,315,213. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 20198 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 20198's overall crime rate is 44% above the national average (index 144 vs 100). Within The Plains, 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.