Live Oak, TX Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 77% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Live Oak Safe?
Yes — Live Oak is safer than most cities
An above-average city for safety with lower crime than the national average.
Live Oak has a crime rate that is 41% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 554.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 554
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
53% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 76
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
28% lower than national average
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Live Oak Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
64 | -36% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
46 | -54% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
58 | -42% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
34 | -66% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
64 | -36% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
66 | -34% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
69 | -31% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Live Oak Crime Map
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Live Oak Demographics & Context
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Live Oak, TX?
Live Oak, TX has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 41% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 554 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 76 chance for property crime. Live Oak has lower crime than 77% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Live Oak, TX safe to live in?
Live Oak 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 Live Oak is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Live Oak?
The estimated violent crime rate in Live Oak is 180.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 53% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 554 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 3.2 per 100K (36% below average); aggravated assault at 123.2 per 100K (54% below average); robbery at 42.6 per 100K (42% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Live Oak?
The estimated property crime rate in Live Oak is 1,323.9 per 100,000 residents, which is 28% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 76 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 173.1 per 100K (36% below average); larceny/theft at 930.0 per 100K (34% below average); vehicle theft at 220.8 per 100K (31% below average).
How does Live Oak crime compare to the national average?
Live Oak's overall crime rate is 41% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is vehicle theft (31% below average), while rape is 66% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Live Oak has lower crime than 77% of them.
Is Live Oak safe to visit?
Live Oak is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 28% 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 Live Oak crime compare to the rest of Texas?
Texas as a whole has crime that is 10% above the national average. Live Oak's crime rate is 41% below the national average, making it safer the typical Texas city.
What type of crime is most common in Live Oak?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Live Oak, with an estimated rate of 930.0 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 34% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,324 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (181 per 100K) in Live Oak, which is consistent with national trends.