76240 Zip Code, Gainesville

Last updated: May 28, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Gainesville

Summary: 76240 (Gainesville, TX) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 76240 in Gainesville, TX has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 114, which is 14% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Gainesville.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 28, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 114 / 300 High
Violent Crime 116
16% above national avg
Property Crime 114
14% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 76240 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 76240 in Gainesville, TX has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 114, which is 14% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Gainesville.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 123, 23% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 109).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 123 (23% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 109 (9% above avg)

76240 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
112 +12% Moderate
Assault
123 +23% Moderate
Robbery
109 +9% Moderate
Rape
119 +19% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
112 +12% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
118 +18% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
112 +12% Moderate

76240 Crime Map

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76240 Demographics & Context

Population
28,160
Median Income
$64,817
Home Value
$271,703
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
74/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.3%
Graduate Degree 4.2%

Housing

64%
36%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 79.3%
Black 5.5%
Hispanic 23.4%
Asian 1.2%
76240 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 76240, Gainesville?

Zip code 76240 in Gainesville, TX has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 114, which is 14% above the national average. Zip code 76240 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Gainesville.

Is Zip code 76240 a safe neighborhood in Gainesville?

Zip code 76240 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Gainesville, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 123), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 109). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Gainesville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 76240?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 76240 is Assault, with a crime index of 123 (23% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 76240?

Zip code 76240 has a population of approximately 28,160. The median household income is $64,817. The median home value is $271,703. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 76240 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 76240's overall crime rate is 14% above the national average (index 114 vs 100). Within Gainesville, 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.