78061 Zip Code, Pearsall

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Pearsall

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 129 / 300 High

Violent Crime 132

32% above national avg

Property Crime 131

31% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

Pearsall zip codes

Is 78061 a Safe Zip Code?

Zip code 78061 in Pearsall, TX has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Pearsall.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 149, 49% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 118).

Overall, zip code 78061 is considered a safe area for residents and visitors. Standard urban awareness is recommended, but the area benefits from lower-than-average crime rates across most categories.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 149 (49% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Robbery · Index 118 (18% above avg)

78061 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Pearsall	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	131	+31%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	129	+29%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	118	+18%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	149	+49%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	130	+30%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	121	+21%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	141	+41%	N/A	Moderate

78061 Crime Map

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

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78061 Demographics & Context

Population

10,890

Median Income

$48,047

Home Value

$117,141

Median Age

Pop. Density

19/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.2%

Graduate Degree 3.2%

Housing

66%

34%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 73.3%

Black 1.5%

Hispanic 84.7%

Asian 3.7%

78061 Crime Map

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Pearsall Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 78061, Pearsall?

Zip code 78061 in Pearsall, TX has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average. Zip code 78061 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Pearsall.

Is Zip code 78061 a safe neighborhood in Pearsall?

Zip code 78061 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Pearsall, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Rape (index: 149), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 118). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Pearsall.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 78061?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 78061 is Rape, with a crime index of 149 (49% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 78061?

Zip code 78061 has a population of approximately 10,890. The median household income is $48,047. The median home value is $117,141. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 78061 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 78061's overall crime rate is 29% above the national average (index 129 vs 100). Within Pearsall, 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 March 2026.