78956 Zip Code, Schulenburg

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Schulenburg

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 125 / 300 High

Violent Crime 131

31% above national avg

Property Crime 117

17% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 78956 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 78956 in Schulenburg, TX has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Schulenburg.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 133, 33% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 113).

Highest Risk

Assault · Index 133 (33% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Vehicle Theft · Index 113 (13% above avg)

78956 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Schulenburg	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	128	+28%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	133	+33%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	129	+29%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	132	+32%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	123	+23%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	115	+15%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	113	+13%	N/A	Moderate

78956 Crime Map

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78956 Demographics & Context

Population

5,431

Median Income

$53,096

Home Value

$269,410

Median Age

Pop. Density

33/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.1%

Graduate Degree 2%

Housing

74%

26%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 76.1%

Black 11%

Hispanic 21.9%

Asian 0.3%

78956 Crime Map

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Schulenburg Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 78956, Schulenburg?

Zip code 78956 in Schulenburg, TX has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average. Zip code 78956 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Schulenburg.

Is Zip code 78956 a safe neighborhood in Schulenburg?

Zip code 78956 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Schulenburg, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Assault (index: 133), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 113). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Schulenburg.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 78956?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 78956 is Assault, with a crime index of 133 (33% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 78956?

Zip code 78956 has a population of approximately 5,431. The median household income is $53,096. The median home value is $269,410. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 78956 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 78956's overall crime rate is 25% above the national average (index 125 vs 100). Within Schulenburg, 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.