Orange, TX Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 32% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Orange Safe?
Somewhat — crime is near the national average
Safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Some areas are safe, others are not.
Orange has a crime rate that is 0% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 252.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 252
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
4% higher than national average
Property Crime
1 in 52
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
6% higher than national average
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Orange Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
105 | +5% | Average | |
|
Assault
|
101 | +1% | Average | |
|
Robbery
|
111 | +11% | Average | |
|
Rape
|
120 | +20% | Average | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
98 | -2% | Average | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
97 | -3% | Average | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
99 | -1% | Average | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Orange Crime Map
Neighborhood-level crime heatmap. Click any area for details.
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Orange Crime by Zip Code
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Orange Demographics & Context
Racial Demographics
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Orange, TX?
Orange, TX has a crime safety grade of C+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 0% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 252 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 52 chance for property crime. Orange has lower crime than 32% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Orange, TX safe to live in?
Orange has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C+. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Orange is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Orange?
The estimated violent crime rate in Orange is 397.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 4% higher than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 252 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 5.2 per 100K (5% above average); aggravated assault at 269.9 per 100K (1% above average); robbery at 82.1 per 100K (11% above average).
What is the property crime rate in Orange?
The estimated property crime rate in Orange is 1,941.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 6% higher than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 52 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 264.4 per 100K (2% below average); larceny/theft at 1,361.5 per 100K (3% below average); vehicle theft at 315.2 per 100K (1% below average).
How does Orange crime compare to the national average?
Orange's overall crime rate is 0% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is rape (20% above average), while larceny/theft is 3% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Orange has lower crime than 32% of them.
Is Orange safe to visit?
Visitors to Orange should take standard urban precautions. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 6% above average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Orange crime compare to the rest of Texas?
Texas as a whole has crime that is 10% above the national average. Orange's crime rate is 0% below the national average, making it roughly comparable to the typical Texas city.
What type of crime is most common in Orange?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Orange, with an estimated rate of 1,361.5 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 3% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,941 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (398 per 100K) in Orange, which is consistent with national trends.