77979 Zip Code, Port Lavaca

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Port Lavaca

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 102 / 300 High
Violent Crime 112
12% above national avg
Property Crime 117
17% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 77979 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 77979 in Port Lavaca, TX has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 102, which is 2% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Port Lavaca.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 123, 23% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 101).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 123 (23% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 101 (1% above avg)

77979 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
112 +12% Moderate
Assault
101 +1% Moderate
Robbery
115 +15% Moderate
Rape
121 +21% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
118 +18% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
123 +23% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
109 +9% Moderate

77979 Crime Map

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77979 Demographics & Context

Population
19,039
Median Income
$61,757
Home Value
$179,078
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
34/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.8%
Graduate Degree 6.6%

Housing

63%
37%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 73.8%
Black 4.5%
Hispanic 52.1%
Asian 5.9%
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Port Lavaca Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 77979, Port Lavaca?

Zip code 77979 in Port Lavaca, TX has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 102, which is 2% above the national average. Zip code 77979 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Port Lavaca.

Is Zip code 77979 a safe neighborhood in Port Lavaca?

Zip code 77979 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Port Lavaca, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 123), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 101). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Port Lavaca.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 77979?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 77979 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 123 (23% 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 77979?

Zip code 77979 has a population of approximately 19,039. The median household income is $61,757. The median home value is $179,078. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 77979 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 77979's overall crime rate is 2% above the national average (index 102 vs 100). Within Port Lavaca, 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.