Alto, TX Crime Rate & Safety
Higher crime than 84% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Alto Safe?
Not really — crime is above the national average
Neighborhood choice matters significantly. Stay aware of your surroundings, especially at night.
Alto has a crime rate that is 36% above the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 228.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 228
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
15% higher than national average
Property Crime
1 in 76
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
28% lower than national average
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Alto Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
131 | +31% | Moderate | |
|
Assault
|
121 | +21% | Moderate | |
|
Robbery
|
96 | -4% | Average | |
|
Rape
|
112 | +12% | Average | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
104 | +4% | Average | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
56 | -44% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
81 | -19% | Average | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Alto Crime Map
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Alto Crime by Zip Code
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Alto Demographics & Context
Racial Demographics
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Alto, TX?
Alto, TX has a crime safety grade of C- as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 36% above the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 228 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 76 chance for property crime. Alto has higher crime than 84% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Alto, TX safe to live in?
Alto has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C-. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Alto is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Alto?
The estimated violent crime rate in Alto is 438.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 15% higher than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 228 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 6.6 per 100K (31% above average); aggravated assault at 323.6 per 100K (21% above average); robbery at 70.6 per 100K (4% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Alto?
The estimated property crime rate in Alto is 1,320.9 per 100,000 residents, which is 28% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 76 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 279.6 per 100K (4% above average); larceny/theft at 783.2 per 100K (44% below average); vehicle theft at 258.1 per 100K (19% below average).
How does Alto crime compare to the national average?
Alto's overall crime rate is 36% above the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is murder (31% above average), while larceny/theft is 44% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Alto has higher crime than 84% of them.
Is Alto safe to visit?
Visitors to Alto should take standard urban precautions. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 28% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Alto crime compare to the rest of Texas?
Texas as a whole has crime that is 10% above the national average. Alto's crime rate is 36% above the national average, making it more dangerous than the typical Texas city.
What type of crime is most common in Alto?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Alto, with an estimated rate of 783.2 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 44% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,321 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (438 per 100K) in Alto, which is consistent with national trends.