98109 Safety Report
ZIP • SEATTLE, WASummary
98109 has a moderate overall safety rating, with somewhat elevated crime compared to 26 similar areas. The area has a median home value of $788K (+1.8% vs area average), median household income of $135K (+4.6% vs area average), population density of 17,188 people per square mile and occupancy rate of 91.16% (-1.2% vs area average).
Crime & Safety Analysis
Safety Overview for 98109
Based on comprehensive analysis of 5 distinct safety categories over the past year of data, 98109 in Seattle, WA receives a moderate overall safety rating. This means crime rates here are somewhat higher than what's typical for the city. This zip was compared against 26 similar locations in the region. Each safety category below provides detailed crime statistics, temporal patterns, and comparative rankings to help you understand the specific safety profile of this zip in Seattle, WA.
Walking Safety
This area has walking safety related crime rates typical for zips in the region. This area ranks #18 out of 26 zips analyzed.
349
Total Incidents
29.1
Monthly Average
#18 / 26
Safety Rank
Safe
Safety Level
Time of Day Pattern
Crime incidents in 98109 show distinct patterns throughout the day. The peak activity occurs during the late night hours, with the highest concentration at 0:00 (45 incidents). Conversely, the safest time of day is during the morning, particularly around 6:00 when incident rates drop to 6. Understanding these hourly crime patterns in Seattle, WA can help residents and visitors make informed decisions about when to travel through the area.
Monthly Trend
Monthly crime data for 98109 reveals seasonal patterns and trends. The month with the highest incident count was 2025-09 with 37 incidents, while 2024-11 saw the lowest activity at 19 incidents. On average, this zip in Seattle experiences approximately 29 incidents per month. These temporal patterns can help residents understand when crime rates in WA neighborhoods like 98109 tend to fluctuate.
Top Crime Categories
The most common type of crime in 98109 is Assault | Simple Assault, accounting for 41% of all incidents (143 cases). This is followed by Aggravated Assault | Aggravated Assault at 27.5% (96 cases). The top three categories combined represent 80% of all crime in this area. Understanding the specific types of crimes that occur most frequently in Seattle, WA helps residents assess relevant safety concerns for their neighborhood.
Demographics & Housing
Population Density
17,188.12
people per sq mi (average)
Ranks #4 of 26 zips
+39.3% vs area average
Occupancy Rate
91.2%
estimated units occupied
Ranks #18 of 26 zips
-1.2% vs area average
Median Home Value
$788,487.65
average estimate
Ranks #9 of 25 zips
+1.8% vs area average
Median Household Income
$135,253.44
average estimate
Ranks #13 of 26 zips
+4.6% vs area average
Age Distribution
Percentages are population-weighted averages across census tracts within this zip. Hover or tap segments for detailed rankings.