The city of Tacoma, WA, specifically in the 98406 zip code, has a higher than average rate of crime compared to the rest of the United States. According to background information, the violent crime rate in this area is 40.4, significantly higher than the US average of 22.7. This means that residents of 98406 are more likely to experience violent crimes such as robbery, assault, or homicide. Additionally, the property crime rate in this area is 84.6, almost double the US average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. These numbers highlight the concerning level of crime in 98406, making it a potential area of concern for residents and visitors alike.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Tacoma (zip 98406) violent crime is 40.4. (The US average is 22.7)
Tacoma (zip 98406) property crime is 84.6. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Tacoma, Washington does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of University Place, Washington. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of University Place, Washington. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.