Crime Safety Grade

A

La Porte, TX Crime Rate

Lower crime than 65% of U.S. cities

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

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Is La Porte Safe?

With an overall crime index of 98, La Porte has a 2% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 316. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Lomax earning an A+ grade while Lomax rates A+.

Crime Index Comparison

La Porte
98
Texas Avg
110
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
98
2% below average
Violent Crime
79
21% below average
Property Crime
112
12% above average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in La Porte

1 in 316

Property crime: 1 in 223

Where Is It Safe in La Porte?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
Lomax
A+
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La Porte Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Burglary · 67% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 46% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 93 ▼ 7%
Assault Violent 90 ▼ 10%
Robbery Violent 54 ▼ 46%
Burglary Property 167 ▲ 67%
Larceny / Theft Property 70 ▼ 30%
Vehicle Theft Property 99 ▼ 1%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All La Porte Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Lomax A+ 41
2 Northside B- 155

La Porte Crime by Zip Code

77571
A Index: 61

La Porte Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
35,340
Median Income
$75,810
Home Value
$155,982
Median Rent
$1,124
Home Ownership
72%

Racial Demographics

White
79.5%
Black
6.5%
Hispanic
30.7%
Asian
1.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in La Porte?
La Porte has an overall crime index of 98, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in La Porte are rated A or B for safety.
Is La Porte safe to live in?
La Porte has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in La Porte?
The safest neighborhoods in La Porte based on crime data include Lomax, and Northside. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does La Porte crime compare to the national average?
La Porte's overall crime index is 98 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 2% lower than the typical US city.

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