79916 Zip Code, Fort Bliss

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Fort Bliss

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 21 / 300 High
Violent Crime 58
42% below national avg
Property Crime 53
47% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 79916 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 79916 in Fort Bliss, TX has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 21, which is 79% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Fort Bliss.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 179, 79% above average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 15).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 179 (79% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Murder · Index 15 (85% below avg)

79916 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
15 -85% Low
Assault
19 -81% Low
Robbery
20 -80% Low
Rape
179 +79% High
Property Crime
Burglary
54 -46% Low
Larceny / Theft
49 -51% Low
Vehicle Theft
55 -45% Low

79916 Crime Map

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79916 Demographics & Context

Population
2,679
Median Income
$51,877
Home Value
$95,694
Median Age
22
Pop. Density
1,787/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12%
Graduate Degree 4.4%

Housing

1%
99%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 67%
Black 18.4%
Hispanic 18.3%
Asian 4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 79916, Fort Bliss?

Zip code 79916 in Fort Bliss, TX has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 21, which is 79% below the national average. Zip code 79916 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Fort Bliss.

Is Zip code 79916 a safe neighborhood in Fort Bliss?

Zip code 79916 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Fort Bliss, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 179), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 15). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Fort Bliss.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 79916?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 79916 is Rape, with a crime index of 179 (79% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 79916?

Zip code 79916 has a population of approximately 2,679. The median household income is $51,877. The median home value is $95,694. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 79916 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 79916's overall crime rate is 79% below the national average (index 21 vs 100). Within Fort Bliss, 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 March 2026.