78840 Zip Code, Del Rio

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Del Rio

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 104 / 300 High
Violent Crime 104
4% above national avg
Property Crime 120
20% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 78840 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 78840 in Del Rio, TX has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 104, which is 4% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Del Rio.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 121, 21% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 91).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 121 (21% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 91 (9% below avg)

78840 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
115 +15% Moderate
Assault
103 +3% Moderate
Robbery
106 +6% Moderate
Rape
91 -9% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
120 +20% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
121 +21% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
120 +20% Moderate

78840 Crime Map

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78840 Demographics & Context

Population
48,305
Median Income
$54,951
Home Value
$156,522
Median Age
35
Pop. Density
39/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.8%
Graduate Degree 5%

Housing

60%
40%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 82.5%
Black 1.7%
Hispanic 82.6%
Asian 0.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 78840, Del Rio?

Zip code 78840 in Del Rio, TX has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 104, which is 4% above the national average. Zip code 78840 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Del Rio.

Is Zip code 78840 a safe neighborhood in Del Rio?

Zip code 78840 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Del Rio, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 121), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 91). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Del Rio.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 78840?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 78840 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 121 (21% 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 78840?

Zip code 78840 has a population of approximately 48,305. The median household income is $54,951. The median home value is $156,522. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 78840 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 78840's overall crime rate is 4% above the national average (index 104 vs 100). Within Del Rio, 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.