78648 Zip Code, Luling

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Luling

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 136 / 300 High

Violent Crime 122

22% above national avg

Property Crime 119

19% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 78648 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 78648 in Luling, TX has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 136, which is 36% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Luling.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 156, 56% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 73).

Highest Risk

Assault · Index 156 (56% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Robbery · Index 73 (27% below avg)

78648 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Luling	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	137	+37%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	156	+56%	N/A	High
Robbery	73	-27%	N/A	Low
Rape	121	+21%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	115	+15%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	99	-1%	N/A	Average
Vehicle Theft	142	+42%	N/A	Moderate

78648 Crime Map

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78648 Demographics & Context

Population

9,365

Median Income

$50,899

Home Value

$270,061

Median Age

Pop. Density

64/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.9%

Graduate Degree 3.3%

Housing

68%

32%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 78.5%

Black 6.4%

Hispanic 49.9%

Asian 0.5%

78648 Crime Map

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Luling Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 78648, Luling?

Zip code 78648 in Luling, TX has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 136, which is 36% above the national average. Zip code 78648 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Luling.

Is Zip code 78648 a safe neighborhood in Luling?

Zip code 78648 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Luling, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Assault (index: 156), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 73). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Luling.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 78648?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 78648 is Assault, with a crime index of 156 (56% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 78648?

Zip code 78648 has a population of approximately 9,365. The median household income is $50,899. The median home value is $270,061. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 78648 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 78648's overall crime rate is 36% above the national average (index 136 vs 100). Within Luling, 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.