98297 Zip Code, Waldron

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Waldron

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 138 / 300 High
Violent Crime 139
39% above national avg
Property Crime 123
23% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 98297 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 98297 in Waldron, 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 Waldron.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 167, 67% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 115).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 167 (67% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 115 (15% above avg)

98297 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
145 +45% Moderate
Assault
129 +29% Moderate
Robbery
167 +67% High
Rape
115 +15% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
118 +18% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
134 +34% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
116 +16% Moderate

98297 Crime Map

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98297 Demographics & Context

Population
334
Median Income
$61,913
Home Value
$480,952
Median Age
55
Pop. Density
42/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 30.9%
Graduate Degree 15.5%

Housing

70%
30%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.3%
Black 1.4%
Hispanic 4.2%
Asian 2.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 98297, Waldron?

Zip code 98297 in Waldron, 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 98297 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Waldron.

Is Zip code 98297 a safe neighborhood in Waldron?

Zip code 98297 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Waldron, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 167), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 115). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Waldron.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 98297?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 98297 is Robbery, with a crime index of 167 (67% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 98297?

Zip code 98297 has a population of approximately 334. The median household income is $61,913. The median home value is $480,952. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 98297 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 98297's overall crime rate is 38% above the national average (index 138 vs 100). Within Waldron, 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.