79756 Zip Code, Monahans

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Monahans

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 117 / 300 High
Violent Crime 126
26% above national avg
Property Crime 129
29% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 79756 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 79756 in Monahans, TX has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Monahans.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 144, 44% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 114).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 144 (44% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 114 (14% above avg)

79756 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
121 +21% Moderate
Assault
125 +25% Moderate
Robbery
114 +14% Moderate
Rape
144 +44% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
121 +21% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
126 +26% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
140 +40% Moderate

79756 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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79756 Demographics & Context

Population
9,633
Median Income
$57,741
Home Value
$61,744
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
30/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.4%
Graduate Degree 5.1%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 69.9%
Black 5.9%
Hispanic 55.2%
Asian 0.5%
79756 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 79756, Monahans?

Zip code 79756 in Monahans, TX has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average. Zip code 79756 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Monahans.

Is Zip code 79756 a safe neighborhood in Monahans?

Zip code 79756 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Monahans, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Rape (index: 144), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 114). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Monahans.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 79756?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 79756 is Rape, with a crime index of 144 (44% 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 79756?

Zip code 79756 has a population of approximately 9,633. The median household income is $57,741. The median home value is $61,744. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 79756 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 79756's overall crime rate is 17% above the national average (index 117 vs 100). Within Monahans, 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.