98856 Zip Code, Twisp

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Twisp

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 138 / 300 High
Violent Crime 122
22% above national avg
Property Crime 93
7% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 98856 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 98856 in Twisp, WA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 138, which is 38% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Twisp.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 144, 44% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 81). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 144 (44% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 81 (19% below avg)

98856 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
124 +24% Moderate
Assault
144 +44% Moderate
Robbery
113 +13% Moderate
Rape
106 +6% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
110 +10% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
89 -11% Average
Vehicle Theft
81 -19% Average

98856 Crime Map

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98856 Demographics & Context

Population
3,114
Median Income
$57,027
Home Value
$458,656
Median Age
53
Pop. Density
6/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18.4%
Graduate Degree 6.8%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 92.8%
Black 0.2%
Hispanic 4.4%
Asian 1.1%
98856 Crime Map
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Twisp Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 98856, Twisp?

Zip code 98856 in Twisp, WA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 138, which is 38% above the national average. Zip code 98856 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Twisp.

Is Zip code 98856 a safe neighborhood in Twisp?

Zip code 98856 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Twisp, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 144), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 81). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Twisp.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 98856?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 98856 is Assault, with a crime index of 144 (44% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 98856?

Zip code 98856 has a population of approximately 3,114. The median household income is $57,027. The median home value is $458,656. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 98856 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 98856's overall crime rate is 38% above the national average (index 138 vs 100). Within Twisp, 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.