98948 Zip Code, Toppenish

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Toppenish

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low

Low 77 / 300 High

Violent Crime 97

3% below national avg

Property Crime 110

10% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 98948 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 98948 in Toppenish, WA has a safety grade of B+. 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 Toppenish.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 138, 38% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 54).

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 138 (38% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Assault · Index 54 (46% below avg)

98948 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Toppenish	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	91	-9%	N/A	Average
Assault	54	-46%	N/A	Low
Robbery	106	+6%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	138	+38%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	100	0%	N/A	Average
Larceny / Theft	102	+2%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	129	+29%	N/A	Moderate

98948 Crime Map

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98948 Demographics & Context

Population

13,998

Median Income

$40,949

Home Value

$254,836

Median Age

Pop. Density

45/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.3%

Graduate Degree 2.5%

Housing

60%

40%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 33%

Black 0.8%

Hispanic 73.9%

Asian 0.9%

98948 Crime Map

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Toppenish Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 98948, Toppenish?

Zip code 98948 in Toppenish, WA has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 77, which is 23% below the national average. Zip code 98948 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Toppenish.

Is Zip code 98948 a safe neighborhood in Toppenish?

Zip code 98948 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Toppenish, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 138), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 54). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Toppenish.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 98948?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 98948 is Rape, with a crime index of 138 (38% 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 98948?

Zip code 98948 has a population of approximately 13,998. The median household income is $40,949. The median home value is $254,836. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 98948 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 98948's overall crime rate is 23% below the national average (index 77 vs 100). Within Toppenish, 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.