78503 Zip Code, McAllen

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 106 / 300 High
Violent Crime 101
1% above national avg
Property Crime 117
17% above national avg

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Is 78503 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 78503 in McAllen, TX has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 106, which is 6% above the national average of 100.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 130, 30% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 86).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 130 (30% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 86 (14% below avg)

78503 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
114 +14% Moderate
Assault
90 -10% Average
Robbery
113 +13% Moderate
Rape
86 -14% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
93 -7% Average
Larceny / Theft
128 +28% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
130 +30% Moderate

78503 Crime Map

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78503 Demographics & Context

Population
27,197
Median Income
$52,294
Home Value
$183,783
Median Age
32
Pop. Density
1,355/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.3%
Graduate Degree 8.8%

Housing

55%
45%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 88.5%
Black 0.6%
Hispanic 93.6%
Asian 1.5%
78503 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 78503, McAllen?

Zip code 78503 in McAllen, TX has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 106, which is 6% above the national average.

Is Zip code 78503 a safe neighborhood in McAllen?

Zip code 78503 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in McAllen, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 130), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 86).

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 78503?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 78503 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 130 (30% 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 78503?

Zip code 78503 has a population of approximately 27,197. The median household income is $52,294. The median home value is $183,783. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 78503 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 78503's overall crime rate is 6% above the national average (index 106 vs 100). 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.