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ZIP Code 98198 Safety Score

Des Moines, Washington • King County

67
Grade: C — Moderate
📍 This score is based on crime data for Des Moines, WA, the primary city for ZIP code 98198. Individual neighborhoods within this ZIP may vary.

Crime Statistics

297
Violent Crime Rate
(per 100K)
2849
Property Crime Rate
(per 100K)
31,694
City Population
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About ZIP Code 98198

ZIP code 98198 is located in Des Moines, Washington. Based on FBI crime data, this area has a safety score of 67/100, earning a grade of C.

Crime rates in this area are around the national average.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ZIP code 98198 safe?

ZIP code 98198 (Des Moines, Washington) has a safety score of 67/100, 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 98198?

Crime rates for ZIP 98198 are based on data from Des Moines, 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.