ZIP Code 98042 Safety Score
Kent, Washington • King County
61
Grade: C — Moderate
📍 This score is based on crime data for Kent, WA, the primary city for ZIP code 98042. Individual neighborhoods within this ZIP may vary.
Crime Statistics
490
Violent Crime Rate
(per 100K)
(per 100K)
3771
Property Crime Rate
(per 100K)
(per 100K)
132,324
City Population
About ZIP Code 98042
ZIP code 98042 is located in Kent, Washington. Based on FBI crime data, this area has a safety score of 61/100, earning a grade of C.
Crime rates in this area are around the national average.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ZIP code 98042 safe?
ZIP code 98042 (Kent, Washington) has a safety score of 61/100, earning a grade of C — Moderate. This score is based on FBI crime data for the primary city covering this ZIP code.
What is the crime rate in ZIP code 98042?
Crime rates for ZIP 98042 are based on data from Kent, Washington. Check the violent and property crime rates above for specific numbers per 100,000 residents.
How is the safety score calculated?
Safety scores combine violent crime rates, property crime rates, and population data from the FBI Uniform Crime Report. Scores range from 0-100, with higher scores indicating safer areas.