Falfurrias, TX Crime Rate & Safety

Grade: B+

Lower crime than 81% of major U.S. cities

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

43%
Below Avg Crime
1 in 400
Violent Crime Risk
1 in 76
Property Crime Risk

Is Falfurrias Safe?

Yes — Falfurrias is safer than most cities

An above-average city for safety with lower crime than the national average.

Falfurrias has a crime rate that is 43% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 400.

Crime Index Comparison

Falfurrias
57
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.

Your Chance of Being a Victim

Violent Crime

1 in 400

chance per year

National average: 1 in 263

34% lower than national average

Property Crime

1 in 76

chance per year

National average: 1 in 55

28% lower than national average

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Falfurrias Crime Breakdown

Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.

Highest Risk
Rape · 24% below avg
Lowest Risk
Murder · 41% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
59 -41% Low
Assault
65 -35% Low
Robbery
63 -37% Low
Rape
76 -24% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
67 -33% Low
Larceny / Theft
65 -35% Low
Vehicle Theft
70 -30% Low

Violent vs Property Crime

Crime Index by Category

Falfurrias Crime Map

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Falfurrias Demographics & Context

Population
4,435
Median Income
$24,598
Home Value
$56,406
Median Rent
$378
Ownership
53%

Racial Demographics

Hispanic / Latino 89.3%
White 88%
Black 0.6%
Asian 0.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Falfurrias, TX?

Falfurrias, TX has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 43% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 400 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 76 chance for property crime. Falfurrias has lower crime than 81% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).

Is Falfurrias, TX safe to live in?

Falfurrias is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of B+. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Falfurrias is strongly recommended.

What is the violent crime rate in Falfurrias?

The estimated violent crime rate in Falfurrias is 250.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 34% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 400 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.9 per 100K (41% below average); aggravated assault at 175.1 per 100K (35% below average); robbery at 46.7 per 100K (37% below average).

What is the property crime rate in Falfurrias?

The estimated property crime rate in Falfurrias is 1,312.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 28% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 76 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 181.7 per 100K (33% below average); larceny/theft at 908.1 per 100K (35% below average); vehicle theft at 222.9 per 100K (30% below average).

How does Falfurrias crime compare to the national average?

Falfurrias's overall crime rate is 43% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is rape (24% below average), while murder is 41% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Falfurrias has lower crime than 81% of them.

Is Falfurrias safe to visit?

Falfurrias is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 28% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.

How does Falfurrias crime compare to the rest of Texas?

Texas as a whole has crime that is 10% above the national average. Falfurrias's crime rate is 43% below the national average, making it safer the typical Texas city.

What type of crime is most common in Falfurrias?

Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Falfurrias, with an estimated rate of 908.1 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 35% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,313 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (250 per 100K) in Falfurrias, which is consistent with national trends.

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