Question 1

Is 98595 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 98595 in Westport has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Westport city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 98595 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 98595?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 98595 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 98595. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 98595 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Westport. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 98595?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 98595 is approximately $321K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 98595 at a premium relative to the metro median, reflecting the neighborhood's above-average crime and school scores. Median rent in 98595 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 98595 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 98595 has an overall NeighborScore of 72/100, placing it in the moderate range for Westport. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 72/100, 98595 scores similarly to the middle tier of Westport neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Westport — ZIP 98595

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Ocosta Elementary School	PK–06	—	—	—
Ocosta Junior - Senior High	07–12	—	—	—
Ocosta ALE	KG–12	—	—	—