Statistically speaking, Washington is a pretty safe state to call home (yes, even in the cities you're thinking of). In fact, Washington reports the second-lowest violent crime rate in the Pacific region, tied with Hawaii. Recently, the team at Safewise analyzed data for both property crime and violent crime in all our cities and towns. According to these numbers, these are the 10 safest places to live in Washington 2022.
1. Sammamish
Sammamish has topped the list of Washington's safest cities more than once. Known for its out-of-the-way location, highly rated schools, and breathtaking lake, it comes as no surprise that both its property crime rates and violent crime rates are some of the lowest in the state.
2. Camas
There's a lot to love about Camas, Washington. This charming little town sits near the Columbia River Gorge, and both its property crime rates and its violent crime rates are quite low.
3. Snoqualmie
Snoqualmie is a gorgeous little city of just 14,000 people. Crime rates are low, folks are friendly, and the town is named after one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the country, making Snoqualmie an all-around treasure of a town in Washington!
4. Mercer Island
Mercer Island continuously earns a spot on the top 10 safest cities list in Washington. Crime rates are low in this town that's one of the richest in the state.
5. Kenmore
Kenmore is a small city located just outside of Bothell, northeast of Seattle that's one of the prettiest natural areas of the state. It has a remarkably low violent crime rate and is, in our opinion, a total Washington treasure.
6. Bainbridge Island
Bainbridge Island is one of our top tourist destinations, and it's also a remarkably safe place to call home, too.
7. Oak Harbor
Beautiful and picturesque Oak Harbor is a new addition to the list, and it's no wonder why. Oak Harbor is a charming, family-friendly town, and there are plenty of shops and restaurants to enjoy. The Blue Fox Drive-In Theatre is also here, although it's only open in the warmer months.
8. Maple Valley
Located in King County near Covington, Maple Valley has a quiet, rural community of nature-loving Washingtonians. It's long been a favorite place to raise a family in Washington.
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9. Ferndale
Known for its beautiful scenery and located just about hour south of British Columbia, Ferndale is a treasure of a town in Washington State!
10. Newcastle
One of the best cities to visit in Washington, Newcastle is acclaimed for its golf course and urban trails, making it a nature lover's paradise that also happens to be one of the safest cities in Washington.
Washington isn't perfect, but it's overall a very safe place to call home. Were any of the above safest cities in Washington surprising to you?
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