79041 Zip Code, Hale Center

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Hale Center

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 148 / 300 High

Violent Crime 133

33% above national avg

Property Crime 97

3% below national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 79041 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 79041 in Hale Center, TX has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 148, which is 48% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Hale Center.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 159, 59% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 38). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Assault · Index 159 (59% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 38 (62% below avg)

79041 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Hale Center	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	133	+33%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	159	+59%	N/A	High
Robbery	85	-15%	N/A	Average
Rape	155	+55%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	136	+36%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	38	-62%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	118	+18%	N/A	Moderate

79041 Crime Map

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79041 Demographics & Context

Population

3,141

Median Income

$54,327

Home Value

$92,212

Median Age

Pop. Density

11/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.5%

Graduate Degree 4.6%

Housing

65%

35%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 70.2%

Black 4.4%

Hispanic 60%

Asian 0.2%

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Hale Center Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 79041, Hale Center?

Zip code 79041 in Hale Center, TX has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 148, which is 48% above the national average. Zip code 79041 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Hale Center.

Is Zip code 79041 a safe neighborhood in Hale Center?

Zip code 79041 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Hale Center, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 159), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 38). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Hale Center.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 79041?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 79041 is Assault, with a crime index of 159 (59% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 79041?

Zip code 79041 has a population of approximately 3,141. The median household income is $54,327. The median home value is $92,212. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 79041 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 79041's overall crime rate is 48% above the national average (index 148 vs 100). Within Hale Center, 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 April 2026.