78934 Zip Code, Columbus

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Columbus

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 127 / 300 High
Violent Crime 123
23% above national avg
Property Crime 127
27% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 78934 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 78934 in Columbus, TX has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Columbus.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 134, 34% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 102).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 134 (34% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 102 (2% above avg)

78934 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Columbus city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
127 +27% Moderate
Assault
127 +27% Moderate
Robbery
102 +2% Moderate
Rape
134 +34% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
129 +29% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
121 +21% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
130 +30% Moderate

78934 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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78934 Demographics & Context

Population
7,560
Median Income
$56,188
Home Value
$256,575
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
34/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13%
Graduate Degree 5.9%

Housing

66%
34%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 69.3%
Black 13.5%
Hispanic 26.9%
Asian 0.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 78934, Columbus?

Zip code 78934 in Columbus, TX has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average. Zip code 78934 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Columbus.

Is Zip code 78934 a safe neighborhood in Columbus?

Zip code 78934 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Columbus, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Rape (index: 134), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 102). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Columbus.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 78934?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 78934 is Rape, with a crime index of 134 (34% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 78934?

Zip code 78934 has a population of approximately 7,560. The median household income is $56,188. The median home value is $256,575. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 78934 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 78934's overall crime rate is 27% above the national average (index 127 vs 100). Within Columbus, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.