79849 Zip Code, San Elizario

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in San Elizario

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 59 / 300 High
Violent Crime 85
15% below national avg
Property Crime 109
9% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 79849 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 79849 in San Elizario, TX has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 59, which is 41% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in San Elizario.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 149, 49% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 38). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 149 (49% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 38 (62% below avg)

79849 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
72 -28% Low
Assault
38 -62% Low
Robbery
106 +6% Moderate
Rape
122 +22% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
149 +49% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
68 -32% Low
Vehicle Theft
110 +10% Moderate

79849 Crime Map

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

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79849 Demographics & Context

Population
15,451
Median Income
$34,659
Home Value
$124,335
Median Age
27
Pop. Density
915/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.2%
Graduate Degree 1.1%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 86.2%
Black 0.2%
Hispanic 98.2%
Asian 0.2%
79849 Crime Map
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San Elizario Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 79849, San Elizario?

Zip code 79849 in San Elizario, TX has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 59, which is 41% below the national average. Zip code 79849 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in San Elizario.

Is Zip code 79849 a safe neighborhood in San Elizario?

Zip code 79849 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in San Elizario, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 149), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 38). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in San Elizario.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 79849?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 79849 is Burglary, with a crime index of 149 (49% 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 79849?

Zip code 79849 has a population of approximately 15,451. The median household income is $34,659. The median home value is $124,335. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 79849 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 79849's overall crime rate is 41% below the national average (index 59 vs 100). Within San Elizario, 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.