78504 Zip Code, McAllen

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 80 / 300 High
Violent Crime 80
20% below national avg
Property Crime 102
2% above national avg

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Is 78504 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 78504 in McAllen, TX has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 80, which is 20% below the national average of 100.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 122, 22% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 60). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 122 (22% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 60 (40% below avg)

78504 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
89 -11% Average
Assault
64 -36% Low
Robbery
107 +7% Moderate
Rape
60 -40% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
89 -11% Average
Larceny / Theft
122 +22% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
95 -5% Average

78504 Crime Map

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78504 Demographics & Context

Population
54,738
Median Income
$83,465
Home Value
$240,379
Median Age
33
Pop. Density
2,950/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 25.1%
Graduate Degree 11.3%

Housing

68%
32%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 85.5%
Black 1.6%
Hispanic 82%
Asian 3.9%
78504 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 78504, McAllen?

Zip code 78504 in McAllen, TX has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 80, which is 20% below the national average.

Is Zip code 78504 a safe neighborhood in McAllen?

Zip code 78504 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in McAllen, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 122), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 60).

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 78504?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 78504 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 122 (22% 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 78504?

Zip code 78504 has a population of approximately 54,738. The median household income is $83,465. The median home value is $240,379. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 78504 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 78504's overall crime rate is 20% below the national average (index 80 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.