78837 Zip Code, Comstock

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Comstock

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 197 / 300 High
Violent Crime 148
48% above national avg
Property Crime 72
28% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 78837 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 78837 in Comstock, TX has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 197, which is 97% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Comstock.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 197, 97% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 8). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 197 (97% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 8 (92% below avg)

78837 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
154 +54% High
Assault
197 +97% High
Robbery
112 +12% Moderate
Rape
128 +28% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
188 +88% High
Larceny / Theft
8 -92% Low
Vehicle Theft
21 -79% Low

78837 Crime Map

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78837 Demographics & Context

Population
302
Median Income
$48,597
Home Value
$117,743
Median Age
57
Pop. Density
0/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 24.1%
Graduate Degree 4.7%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 87.5%
Black 0.7%
Hispanic 39.2%
Asian 0.6%
78837 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 78837, Comstock?

Zip code 78837 in Comstock, TX has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 197, which is 97% above the national average. Zip code 78837 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Comstock.

Is Zip code 78837 a safe neighborhood in Comstock?

Zip code 78837 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Comstock, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 197), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 8). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Comstock.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 78837?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 78837 is Assault, with a crime index of 197 (97% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 78837?

Zip code 78837 has a population of approximately 302. The median household income is $48,597. The median home value is $117,743. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 78837 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 78837's overall crime rate is 97% above the national average (index 197 vs 100). Within Comstock, 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.