Gonzales, TX Crime Rate & Safety
Higher crime than 82% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Gonzales Safe?
Not really — crime is above the national average
Neighborhood choice matters significantly. Stay aware of your surroundings, especially at night.
Gonzales has a crime rate that is 27% above the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 195.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 195
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
35% higher than national average
Property Crime
1 in 37
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
47% higher than national average
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Gonzales 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
|
136 | +36% | Moderate | |
|
Assault
|
140 | +40% | Moderate | |
|
Robbery
|
109 | +9% | Average | |
|
Rape
|
153 | +53% | Moderate | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
131 | +31% | Moderate | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
133 | +33% | Moderate | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
149 | +49% | Moderate | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Gonzales Crime Map
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Gonzales Crime by Zip Code
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Gonzales Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Gonzales, TX?
Gonzales, TX has a crime safety grade of C- as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 27% above the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 195 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 37 chance for property crime. Gonzales has higher crime than 82% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Gonzales, TX safe to live in?
Gonzales has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C-. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Gonzales is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Gonzales?
The estimated violent crime rate in Gonzales is 512.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 35% higher than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 195 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 6.8 per 100K (36% above average); aggravated assault at 374.4 per 100K (40% above average); robbery at 80.3 per 100K (9% above average).
What is the property crime rate in Gonzales?
The estimated property crime rate in Gonzales is 2,685.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 47% higher than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 37 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 352.4 per 100K (31% above average); larceny/theft at 1,859.1 per 100K (33% above average); vehicle theft at 473.6 per 100K (49% above average).
How does Gonzales crime compare to the national average?
Gonzales's overall crime rate is 27% above the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is rape (53% above average), while robbery is 9% above average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Gonzales has higher crime than 82% of them.
Is Gonzales safe to visit?
Visitors to Gonzales should take standard urban precautions. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 47% above 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 Gonzales crime compare to the rest of Texas?
Texas as a whole has crime that is 10% above the national average. Gonzales's crime rate is 27% above the national average, making it more dangerous than the typical Texas city.
What type of crime is most common in Gonzales?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Gonzales, with an estimated rate of 1,859.1 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 33% above the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (2,685 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (513 per 100K) in Gonzales, which is consistent with national trends.