Federal Way, WA Crime


Reviews



BestPlaces offers the best, most comprehensive city reports,
with insight into cost of living, crime, climate, and more.
Federal Way, WA has unfortunately been experiencing high levels of crime in recent years. According to the latest statistics, the city's violent crime rate stands at 23.1, slightly above the national average of 22.7. This can be concerning for its residents and visitors, as this type of crime can be unpredictable and have serious consequences. Additionally, the property crime rate in Federal Way is at a staggering 78.6, more than double the national average of 35.4. This type of crime can include theft, burglary, and vandalism, which can greatly impact the community's sense of safety and security. As someone who lives or plans to visit Federal Way, it is important to be aware of these statistics and take necessary precautions to protect yourself and your belongings.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

Federal Way violent crime is 23.1. (The US average is 22.7)
Federal Way property crime is 78.6. (The US average is 35.4)

NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Federal Way, WA Crime History
*Closest City
Year Violent Murder Rape Robbery Assault Property Burglary Larceny Auto
2000439.87.956.4168207.45846.8699.74032.71114.5
2001377.14.757.9147.8166.76168.9617.14156.81395
2002310.34.739.71261406100.6789.73904.21406.8
2003357.72.460.2150.6144.56047.9809.43788.21450.3
2004338.7060.5146.4131.86209.9918.13939.51352.3
20053827.366.7185.6122.57469.3970.24591.51907.7
2006391.61.275.7172.71426131.48913821.81418.7
2007341.63.657.1153.5127.35756.6879.53759.61117.5
20083819.435.4200.5135.75366943.73459.7962.5
2009438.15.960.6235.1136.55382.4879.83836.4666.1
2010379.65.858.4177.5137.85500.99673668.4865.4
2012321.83.346.8115.2156.65551.31026.33657.4867.6
2013313.86.546.4116.5144.55577.9942.43811.7823.8
2014384.84.375.9144.3160.35952.9891.54155906.5
2015389.74.245.5159.91805407.5701.13916.4790.1
2016471.39.350.9199.3211.86243.6706.94407.41129.4
2017448.97.139.8173.4228.55447.2692.83791.3963.1
2018468.5052.2214.8201.54582.6683.33111.6787.6
2019336.64.135.7150146.94247.9529.53102.3616.2

   Crime in Nearby Cities
City Violent
per 100k
Property
per 100k
Pop. Miles Data
Year
Milton, WA381.82,505.77,12742019
Algona, WA184.81,601.53,06152019
Des Moines, WA262.93,078.830,55552019
Pacific, WA82.21,822.76,80352019
Fife, WA755.56,431.68,32262019
   Crime in Similar Size Cities
City Violent
per 100k
Property
per 100k
Pop. Miles Data
Year
Auburn, WA437.04,047.071,28162018
Burien, WA343.63,329.034,310112019
Lakewood, WA756.83,769.159,057142019
Sammamish, WA34.4604.653,387242019
Kirkland, WA112.52,231.550,243262018

   Visualize the relationship between violent and property crime in similar size cities.

   Crime by Location

Reviews for Federal Way
    See all ()

Over 5 years ago

A suburb of The Emerald City (Seattle, WA), Federal Way has become yet another go-to place for affluent travelers and transplants from states all over the nation. The  More

   |    Reply

I want to move my family to austin i havent bin there but we want some ware housing is affortable i have four boys age 6,3,2 and a baby of 2 months and ware theres jobs  More

   |    Reply

I have lived in Brooklyn NY, West Palm Beach & Port St Lucie, FL and now Federal Way, WA. While the cost of living here is higher than Florida, it is definitely lower  More

   |    Reply

Start Your Review of Federal Way

Climate
Compare Federal Way,
cost of living
Compare food, housing, utilities, and more in Federal Way, Washington to any other city in the US.


The premier source for comprehensive city data for over 30 years.

© Best Places. All rights reserved.