78950 Zip Code, New Ulm

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in New Ulm

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 151 / 300 High
Violent Crime 140
40% above national avg
Property Crime 84
16% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 78950 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 78950 in New Ulm, TX has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 151, which is 51% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in New Ulm.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 158, 58% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 23). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 158 (58% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 23 (77% below avg)

78950 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
128 +28% Moderate
Assault
151 +51% High
Robbery
134 +34% Moderate
Rape
148 +48% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
158 +58% High
Larceny / Theft
23 -77% Low
Vehicle Theft
70 -30% Low

78950 Crime Map

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78950 Demographics & Context

Population
2,187
Median Income
$65,670
Home Value
$523,561
Median Age
52
Pop. Density
19/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 19.5%
Graduate Degree 6.2%

Housing

84%
16%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 88.6%
Black 4.7%
Hispanic 11.6%
Asian 0%
78950 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 78950, New Ulm?

Zip code 78950 in New Ulm, TX has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 151, which is 51% above the national average. Zip code 78950 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in New Ulm.

Is Zip code 78950 a safe neighborhood in New Ulm?

Zip code 78950 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in New Ulm, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 158), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 23). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in New Ulm.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 78950?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 78950 is Burglary, with a crime index of 158 (58% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 78950?

Zip code 78950 has a population of approximately 2,187. The median household income is $65,670. The median home value is $523,561. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 78950 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 78950's overall crime rate is 51% above the national average (index 151 vs 100). Within New Ulm, 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.