The town of Soap Lake, WA has been struggling with crime in recent years, particularly in the areas of violent and property crime. According to the provided context, the rate of violent crime in Soap Lake is slightly lower than the national average, at 22.1 compared to 22.7. However, when it comes to property crime, Soap Lake exceeds the national average by a significant amount with a rate of 42.6 compared to 35.4. This means that residents of Soap Lake are at a higher risk of falling victim to theft, burglary, and other property-related crimes. These statistics highlight the need for increased efforts to address and prevent crime in Soap Lake, in order to create a safer and more secure community for its residents.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Soap Lake violent crime is 22.1. (The US average is 22.7)
Soap Lake property crime is 42.6. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.