78636 Zip Code, Johnson City

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Johnson City

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 133 / 300 High
Violent Crime 120
20% above national avg
Property Crime 95
5% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 78636 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 78636 in Johnson City, TX has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 133, which is 33% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Johnson City.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 145, 45% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 63). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 145 (45% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 63 (37% below avg)

78636 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
121 +21% Moderate
Assault
145 +45% Moderate
Robbery
90 -10% Average
Rape
125 +25% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
140 +40% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
63 -37% Low
Vehicle Theft
81 -19% Average

78636 Crime Map

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78636 Demographics & Context

Population
4,752
Median Income
$71,573
Home Value
$507,850
Median Age
49
Pop. Density
14/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18.4%
Graduate Degree 8.1%

Housing

73%
27%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 87.7%
Black 0.7%
Hispanic 20.1%
Asian 0.5%
78636 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 78636, Johnson City?

Zip code 78636 in Johnson City, TX has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 133, which is 33% above the national average. Zip code 78636 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Johnson City.

Is Zip code 78636 a safe neighborhood in Johnson City?

Zip code 78636 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Johnson City, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 145), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 63). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Johnson City.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 78636?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 78636 is Assault, with a crime index of 145 (45% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 78636?

Zip code 78636 has a population of approximately 4,752. The median household income is $71,573. The median home value is $507,850. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 78636 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 78636's overall crime rate is 33% above the national average (index 133 vs 100). Within Johnson City, 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.