Independence Heights, Houston Crime Information

Houston, TX neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics

C-

Independence Heights

Houston, TX

Crime Score: C- – High crime rate

15,408
Population
$33,208
Median Income
$245,029
Median Home Value
38.0
Median Age

Crime Statistics

Assault 171
Robbery 102
Burglary 118
Larceny/Theft 122
Vehicle Theft 153

Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.

Housing & Real Estate

$245,029
Median Home Value

Housing Breakdown

Owner Occupied
43.7%
Renter Occupied
56.3%
Vacant
14.7%

Cost of Living

39% lower than national average
🏠 Housing -33%
🛒 Food & Groceries -40%
🚗 Transportation -38%
🏥 Healthcare -41%
💡 Utilities -24%

Compared to U.S. national average

Demographics

Education Level

32.1%
High School+
5.4%
Bachelor's+
3.2%
Graduate

Population by Ethnicity

White
27.4%
Black/African American
50.5%
Hispanic/Latino
48.7%
Asian
0.5%

Weather & Climate

Winter (Jan)
62° / 43°F
Summer (Jul)
93° / 74°F
🌧️
50.7"
Annual Rain

About Independence Heights

Independence Heights is a neighborhood located in Houston, TX. With a crime score of C-, this area has high crime rate compared to other neighborhoods in the city.

The neighborhood has a population of approximately 15,408 residents with a median household income of $33,208 .

Safety Tips

  • Always be aware of your surroundings, especially at night
  • Keep valuables out of sight in your vehicle
  • Get to know your neighbors and join community watch programs
  • Report suspicious activity to local authorities