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Arlington, Washington · ZIP 98223

Arlington — ZIP 98223

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Arlington (98223) scores 64/100 — Fair for Washington. Safety: Mid-range reported-crime index under the available data tier. Schools: Mid-range proficiency and grade-band coverage. A premium market - pricier than most of the state. The typical home value here is $660K.

64OUT OF 100

Overall NeighborScore

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Mid-range reported-crime index under the available data tier.

Safety index65/100
Violent crime share12%
Property crime share88%

Mid-range proficiency and grade-band coverage.

School index62/100
Avg math proficiency35%
Avg reading proficiency50%
Schools nearby11

A premium market - pricier than most of the state.

Affordability index42/100
Typical home value$660K
Median rent$2,127/mo

How this score is calculated: the NeighborScore composite weights crime 53% and schools 47%, each normalized to the local area. Home affordability is shown for context and is not factored into the overall score. Sources & methodology →

Last refreshed — Schools: Aug 2026 · Real estate: Aug 2026 · Demographics: Jun 2026

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Real Estate Snapshot

Typical Home Value

$660K

Median Rent

$2,127/mo

Days on Market

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Sale-to-List

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Typical Home Value — 23 Months

Median Rent — 24 Months

Crime Overview

Total Incidents

12,949

Violent Crime

1,324

Property Crime

11,625

Crime statistics for this area are estimated from FBI-reported county-level data for Snohomish County, Washington (2025). This ZIP does not yet have city-specific monthly crime data, so figures reflect the entire county rather than this ZIP alone.

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Nearby Schools

Grades
Kent Prairie ElementaryKG–05621
50%
52%
Eagle Creek ElementaryKG–05665
46%
44%
Presidents ElementaryPK–05578
41%
52%
Cougar Creek Elementary SchoolKG–05422
37%
37%
Arlington High School09–121,650
34%
74%
Post Middle School06–08645
32%
46%
Haller Middle School06–08576
30%
57%
Pioneer ElementaryKG–05501
29%
42%
Lakewood High School09–12834
25%
67%
Lakewood Elementary SchoolPK–05458
21%
25%
Arlington Special Educ SchoolPK–12No current enrollmentNot reportedNot reported

Directory and latest enrollment: NCES Common Core of Data (SY 2024–25 where reported). Proficiency: U.S. Department of Education EDFacts SY 2021–22; state standards are not directly comparable.

“No current enrollment” means NCES reports zero students in its latest release. Historical proficiency can still appear for the earlier assessment year; verify the school's current operating status with its district.

Note: schools marked “Not reported” (often small or specialized programs) lack state proficiency data and aren't included in the Schools score.

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Demographics

Population

46,225

Median Income

$100K

Homeownership

78%

Median Age

40.5 yrs

Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2024).

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Frequently Asked Questions

ZIP 98223 has a reported-crime score of 65/100. A higher score represents a lower reported-crime rate under the best available data tier for this ZIP; it is not a guarantee of safety. Review the crime report and current local police data before making a decision.
ZIP 98223 has a school score of 62/100. The index combines reported SY 2021–22 math and reading proficiency with grade-band coverage. Nearby or county-level estimates may be used where ZIP-level reporting is sparse, and state assessment standards are not directly comparable.
The latest home value or sale-price figure available for ZIP 98223 is approximately $660K. The profile identifies the underlying source; Zillow ZHVI is a typical home value measure, while Redfin data is a median sale-price measure. These are different metrics and may lag current listings.
ZIP 98223 in Arlington has an overall NeighborScore of 64/100. It combines the crime score (53%) and school score (47%); affordability is context only. Use the component data and its coverage notes rather than treating the composite as a complete measure of livability.