78538 Zip Code, Edcouch

Last updated: May 7, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

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Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Edcouch

Summary: 78538 (Edcouch, TX) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 78538 in Edcouch, TX has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Edcouch.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 7, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 116 / 300 High
Violent Crime 122
22% above national avg
Property Crime 116
16% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 78538 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 78538 in Edcouch, TX has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Edcouch.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 144, 44% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 87).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 144 (44% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 87 (13% below avg)

78538 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
121 +21% Moderate
Assault
114 +14% Moderate
Robbery
109 +9% Moderate
Rape
144 +44% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
131 +31% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
87 -13% Average
Vehicle Theft
131 +31% Moderate

78538 Crime Map

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78538 Demographics & Context

Population
21,216
Median Income
$32,582
Home Value
$193,203
Median Age
29
Pop. Density
270/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.9%
Graduate Degree 1.6%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 86.1%
Black 0.5%
Hispanic 97.4%
Asian 0.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 78538, Edcouch?

Zip code 78538 in Edcouch, TX has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average. Zip code 78538 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Edcouch.

Is Zip code 78538 a safe neighborhood in Edcouch?

Zip code 78538 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Edcouch, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 144), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 87). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Edcouch.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 78538?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 78538 is Rape, with a crime index of 144 (44% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 78538?

Zip code 78538 has a population of approximately 21,216. The median household income is $32,582. The median home value is $193,203. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 78538 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 78538's overall crime rate is 16% above the national average (index 116 vs 100). Within Edcouch, 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 May 2026.