Fredericksburg, TX Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 79% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Fredericksburg Safe?
Yes — Fredericksburg is safer than most cities
An above-average city for safety with lower crime than the national average.
Fredericksburg has a crime rate that is 42% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 400.
Crime Index Comparison
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 71
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
23% lower than national average
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Fredericksburg Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
58 | -42% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
69 | -31% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
54 | -46% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
64 | -36% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
60 | -40% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
73 | -27% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
69 | -31% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Fredericksburg Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Fredericksburg, TX?
Fredericksburg, TX has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 42% 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 71 chance for property crime. Fredericksburg has lower crime than 79% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Fredericksburg, TX safe to live in?
Fredericksburg 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 Fredericksburg is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Fredericksburg?
The estimated violent crime rate in Fredericksburg is 250.0 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 (42% below average); aggravated assault at 185.4 per 100K (31% below average); robbery at 40.1 per 100K (46% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Fredericksburg?
The estimated property crime rate in Fredericksburg is 1,404.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 23% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 71 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 161.3 per 100K (40% below average); larceny/theft at 1,022.7 per 100K (27% below average); vehicle theft at 220.3 per 100K (31% below average).
How does Fredericksburg crime compare to the national average?
Fredericksburg's overall crime rate is 42% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is larceny/theft (27% below average), while robbery is 46% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Fredericksburg has lower crime than 79% of them.
Is Fredericksburg safe to visit?
Fredericksburg is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 23% 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 Fredericksburg crime compare to the rest of Texas?
Texas as a whole has crime that is 10% above the national average. Fredericksburg's crime rate is 42% below the national average, making it safer the typical Texas city.
What type of crime is most common in Fredericksburg?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Fredericksburg, with an estimated rate of 1,022.7 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 27% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,404 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (250 per 100K) in Fredericksburg, which is consistent with national trends.