Crime Safety Grade

B

Baytown, TX Crime Rate

Lower crime than 54% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is Baytown Safe?

With an overall crime index of 108, Baytown has a 8% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 229. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Pelly earning an A- grade while Goose Creek rates A-.

Crime Index Comparison

Baytown
108
Texas Avg
110
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
108
8% above average
Violent Crime
109
9% above average
Property Crime
121
21% above average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Baytown

1 in 229

Property crime: 1 in 207

Where Is It Safe in Baytown?

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Baytown Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Burglary · 39% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 6% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 98 ▼ 2%
Assault Violent 94 ▼ 6%
Robbery Violent 134 ▲ 34%
Burglary Property 139 ▲ 39%
Larceny / Theft Property 114 ▲ 14%
Vehicle Theft Property 112 ▲ 12%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Baytown Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Pelly A- 95
2 Highland Farms A- 102
3 Goose Creek A- 127

Baytown Crime by Zip Code

77523
A Index: 79
77521
A- Index: 94
77520
B+ Index: 124

Baytown Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
76,089
Median Income
$54,454
Home Value
$127,228
Median Rent
$969
Home Ownership
56%

Racial Demographics

White
63.8%
Black
16.5%
Hispanic
40.8%
Asian
1.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Baytown?
Baytown has an overall crime index of 108, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Baytown are rated A or B for safety.
Is Baytown safe to live in?
Baytown has a crime safety grade of B. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Baytown?
The safest neighborhoods in Baytown based on crime data include Pelly, Highland Farms, and Goose Creek. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Baytown crime compare to the national average?
Baytown's overall crime index is 108 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 8% higher than the typical US city.

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