78234 Zip Code, Jbsa Ft Sam Houston

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Jbsa Ft Sam Houston

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 3 / 300 High
Violent Crime 51
49% below national avg
Property Crime 61
39% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Jbsa Ft Sam Houston zip codes

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Is 78234 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 78234 in Jbsa Ft Sam Houston, TX has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 3, which is 97% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Jbsa Ft Sam Houston.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 178, 78% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 3).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 178 (78% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 3 (97% below avg)

78234 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Jbsa Ft Sam Houston city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
6 -94% Low
Assault
3 -97% Low
Robbery
18 -82% Low
Rape
178 +78% High
Property Crime
Burglary
18 -82% Low
Larceny / Theft
76 -24% Low
Vehicle Theft
88 -12% Average

78234 Crime Map

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

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78234 Demographics & Context

Population
3,725
Median Income
$83,690
Home Value
$133,767
Median Age
23
Pop. Density
1,489/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 20.1%
Graduate Degree 15.2%

Housing

1%
99%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 66.7%
Black 17.8%
Hispanic 18.1%
Asian 6.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 78234, Jbsa Ft Sam Houston?

Zip code 78234 in Jbsa Ft Sam Houston, TX has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 3, which is 97% below the national average. Zip code 78234 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Jbsa Ft Sam Houston.

Is Zip code 78234 a safe neighborhood in Jbsa Ft Sam Houston?

Zip code 78234 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Jbsa Ft Sam Houston, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 178), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 3). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Jbsa Ft Sam Houston.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 78234?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 78234 is Rape, with a crime index of 178 (78% 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 78234?

Zip code 78234 has a population of approximately 3,725. The median household income is $83,690. The median home value is $133,767. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 78234 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 78234's overall crime rate is 97% below the national average (index 3 vs 100). Within Jbsa Ft Sam Houston, 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.