98121 Safety Report
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Summary
98121 has a moderate overall safety rating, with somewhat elevated crime compared to 26 similar areas. The area has a median home value of $761K (-1.8% vs area average), median household income of $137K (+5.8% vs area average), population density of 46,537 people per square mile and occupancy rate of 86.04% (-6.8% vs area average).
Crime & Safety Analysis
Safety Overview for 98121
Based on comprehensive analysis of 5 distinct safety categories over the past year of data, 98121 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 notably higher walking safety related crime rates than most zips in the region. This area ranks #24 out of 26 zips analyzed.
Stay alert when walking alone, particularly during late hours.
663
Total Incidents
55.3
Monthly Average
#24 / 26
Safety Rank
Use Caution
Safety Level
Data Sources
Time of Day Pattern
Crime incidents in 98121 show distinct patterns throughout the day. The peak activity occurs during the afternoon hours, with the highest concentration at 13:00 (55 incidents). Conversely, the safest time of day is during the morning, particularly around 6:00 when incident rates drop to 10. 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 98121 reveals seasonal patterns and trends. The month with the highest incident count was 2025-09 with 99 incidents, while 2026-02 saw the lowest activity at 34 incidents. On average, this zip in Seattle experiences approximately 55 incidents per month. The data shows a decreasing trend, with incident rates declining by approximately 17% over the analyzed period. These temporal patterns can help residents understand when crime rates in WA neighborhoods like 98121 tend to fluctuate.
Top Crime Categories
The most common type of crime in 98121 is Drug Offenses | Drug/Narcotic Violations, accounting for 31.5% of all incidents (209 cases). This is followed by Assault | Simple Assault at 21.1% (140 cases). The top three categories combined represent 73% 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
46,537.18
people per sq mi (average)
Ranks #1 of 26 zips
+277.3% vs area average
Occupancy Rate
86.0%
estimated units occupied
Ranks #25 of 26 zips
-6.8% vs area average
Median Home Value
$760,648.85
average estimate
Ranks #11 of 25 zips
-1.8% vs area average
Median Household Income
$136,852.49
average estimate
Ranks #12 of 26 zips
+5.8% vs area average
Age Distribution
Percentages are population-weighted averages across census tracts within this zip. Hover or tap segments for detailed rankings.