98596 Zip Code, Winlock

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Winlock

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 83 / 300 High
Violent Crime 112
12% above national avg
Property Crime 72
28% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 98596 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 98596 in Winlock, WA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 83, which is 17% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Winlock.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 146, 46% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 62). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 146 (46% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 62 (38% below avg)

98596 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
104 +4% Moderate
Assault
66 -34% Low
Robbery
146 +46% Moderate
Rape
133 +33% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
87 -13% Average
Larceny / Theft
67 -33% Low
Vehicle Theft
62 -38% Low

98596 Crime Map

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98596 Demographics & Context

Population
9,207
Median Income
$72,116
Home Value
$424,097
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
103/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.4%
Graduate Degree 5.9%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 87.1%
Black 0.5%
Hispanic 9%
Asian 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 98596, Winlock?

Zip code 98596 in Winlock, WA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 83, which is 17% below the national average. Zip code 98596 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Winlock.

Is Zip code 98596 a safe neighborhood in Winlock?

Zip code 98596 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Winlock, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 146), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 62). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Winlock.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 98596?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 98596 is Robbery, with a crime index of 146 (46% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 98596?

Zip code 98596 has a population of approximately 9,207. The median household income is $72,116. The median home value is $424,097. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 98596 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 98596's overall crime rate is 17% below the national average (index 83 vs 100). Within Winlock, 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.