Krum, TX Crime Rate & Safety

Grade: B+

Lower crime than 82% of major U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026

44%
Below Avg Crime
1 in 475
Violent Crime Risk
1 in 124
Property Crime Risk

Is Krum Safe?

Yes — Krum is safer than most cities

An above-average city for safety with lower crime than the national average.

Krum has a crime rate that is 44% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 475.

Crime Index Comparison

Krum
56
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.

Your Chance of Being a Victim

Violent Crime

1 in 475

chance per year

National average: 1 in 263

45% lower than national average

Property Crime

1 in 124

chance per year

National average: 1 in 55

56% lower than national average

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Krum Crime Breakdown

Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.

Highest Risk
Burglary · 23% below avg
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 69% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
52 -48% Low
Assault
54 -46% Low
Robbery
54 -46% Low
Rape
73 -27% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
77 -23% Low
Larceny / Theft
31 -69% Low
Vehicle Theft
51 -49% Low

Violent vs Property Crime

Crime Index by Category

Krum Crime Map

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Krum Crime by Zip Code

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Krum Demographics & Context

Population
5,088
Median Income
$72,405
Home Value
$196,331
Median Rent
$1,307
Ownership
82%

Racial Demographics

Hispanic / Latino 14.3%
White 88.7%
Black 1.7%
Asian 0.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Krum, TX?

Krum, TX has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 44% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 475 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 124 chance for property crime. Krum has lower crime than 82% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).

Is Krum, TX safe to live in?

Krum is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of B+. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Krum is strongly recommended.

What is the violent crime rate in Krum?

The estimated violent crime rate in Krum is 210.4 per 100,000 residents, which is 45% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 475 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.6 per 100K (48% below average); aggravated assault at 143.8 per 100K (46% below average); robbery at 39.6 per 100K (46% below average).

What is the property crime rate in Krum?

The estimated property crime rate in Krum is 806.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 56% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 124 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 206.7 per 100K (23% below average); larceny/theft at 436.8 per 100K (69% below average); vehicle theft at 162.8 per 100K (49% below average).

How does Krum crime compare to the national average?

Krum's overall crime rate is 44% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is burglary (23% below average), while larceny/theft is 69% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Krum has lower crime than 82% of them.

Is Krum safe to visit?

Krum is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 56% below 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 Krum crime compare to the rest of Texas?

Texas as a whole has crime that is 10% above the national average. Krum's crime rate is 44% below the national average, making it safer the typical Texas city.

What type of crime is most common in Krum?

Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Krum, with an estimated rate of 436.8 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 69% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (806 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (210 per 100K) in Krum, which is consistent with national trends.

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