79045 Zip Code, Hereford

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Hereford

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 108 / 300 High
Violent Crime 113
13% above national avg
Property Crime 115
15% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Hereford zip codes

Is 79045 a Safe Zip Code?

Zip code 79045 in Hereford, TX has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 108, which is 8% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Hereford.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 117, 17% above average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 110).

Overall, zip code 79045 is considered a safe area for residents and visitors. Standard urban awareness is recommended, but the area benefits from lower-than-average crime rates across most categories.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 117 (17% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Murder · Index 110 (10% above avg)

79045 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
110 +10% Moderate
Assault
112 +12% Moderate
Robbery
117 +17% Moderate
Rape
111 +11% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
115 +15% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
114 +14% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
116 +16% Moderate

79045 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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79045 Demographics & Context

Population
18,185
Median Income
$57,353
Home Value
$147,220
Median Age
33
Pop. Density
16/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.8%
Graduate Degree 5.3%

Housing

62%
38%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 75.9%
Black 1.7%
Hispanic 73.5%
Asian 0.5%
79045 Crime Map
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Hereford Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 79045, Hereford?

Zip code 79045 in Hereford, TX has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 108, which is 8% above the national average. Zip code 79045 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Hereford.

Is Zip code 79045 a safe neighborhood in Hereford?

Zip code 79045 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Hereford, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 117), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 110). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Hereford.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 79045?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 79045 is Robbery, with a crime index of 117 (17% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 79045?

Zip code 79045 has a population of approximately 18,185. The median household income is $57,353. The median home value is $147,220. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 79045 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 79045's overall crime rate is 8% above the national average (index 108 vs 100). Within Hereford, 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.