78559 Zip Code, La Feria

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in La Feria

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 107 / 300 High
Violent Crime 97
3% below national avg
Property Crime 105
5% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 78559 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 78559 in La Feria, TX has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 107, which is 7% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in La Feria.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 156, 56% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 64).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 156 (56% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 64 (36% below avg)

78559 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
100 0% Average
Assault
119 +19% Moderate
Robbery
66 -34% Low
Rape
104 +4% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
156 +56% High
Larceny / Theft
64 -36% Low
Vehicle Theft
96 -4% Average

78559 Crime Map

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78559 Demographics & Context

Population
14,766
Median Income
$44,032
Home Value
$154,048
Median Age
36
Pop. Density
381/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.1%
Graduate Degree 2.8%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 87.2%
Black 0.5%
Hispanic 86.8%
Asian 0.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 78559, La Feria?

Zip code 78559 in La Feria, TX has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 107, which is 7% above the national average. Zip code 78559 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in La Feria.

Is Zip code 78559 a safe neighborhood in La Feria?

Zip code 78559 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in La Feria, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 156), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 64). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in La Feria.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 78559?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 78559 is Burglary, with a crime index of 156 (56% 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 78559?

Zip code 78559 has a population of approximately 14,766. The median household income is $44,032. The median home value is $154,048. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 78559 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 78559's overall crime rate is 7% above the national average (index 107 vs 100). Within La Feria, 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.