78579 Zip Code, Progreso

Crime Rate & Statistics

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Progreso

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 126 / 300 High

Violent Crime 153

53% above national avg

Property Crime 133

33% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 78579 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 78579 in Progreso, TX has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 126, which is 26% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Progreso.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 165, 65% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 94).

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 165 (65% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Burglary · Index 94 (6% below avg)

78579 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Progreso	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	144	+44%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	145	+45%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	158	+58%	N/A	High
Rape	165	+65%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	94	-6%	N/A	Average
Larceny / Theft	145	+45%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	160	+60%	N/A	High

78579 Crime Map

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78579 Demographics & Context

Population

888

Median Income

$52,202

Home Value

$91,412

Median Age

Pop. Density

1,424/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 3.1%

Graduate Degree 3.7%

Housing

71%

29%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89%

Black 0.2%

Hispanic 98.2%

Asian 0.1%

78579 Crime Map

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 78579, Progreso?

Zip code 78579 in Progreso, TX has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 126, which is 26% above the national average. Zip code 78579 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Progreso.

Is Zip code 78579 a safe neighborhood in Progreso?

Zip code 78579 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Progreso, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 165), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 94). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Progreso.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 78579?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 78579 is Rape, with a crime index of 165 (65% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 78579?

Zip code 78579 has a population of approximately 888. The median household income is $52,202. The median home value is $91,412. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 78579 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 78579's overall crime rate is 26% above the national average (index 126 vs 100). Within Progreso, 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.