79549 Zip Code, Snyder

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Snyder

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 118 / 300 High
Violent Crime 117
17% above national avg
Property Crime 113
13% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 79549 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 79549 in Snyder, TX has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 118, which is 18% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Snyder.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 131, 31% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 103).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 131 (31% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 103 (3% above avg)

79549 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
116 +16% Moderate
Assault
118 +18% Moderate
Robbery
103 +3% Moderate
Rape
131 +31% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
110 +10% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
118 +18% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
111 +11% Moderate

79549 Crime Map

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79549 Demographics & Context

Population
15,044
Median Income
$66,286
Home Value
$118,823
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
15/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.8%
Graduate Degree 3.7%

Housing

67%
33%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 82.2%
Black 4.5%
Hispanic 43.9%
Asian 0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 79549, Snyder?

Zip code 79549 in Snyder, TX has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 118, which is 18% above the national average. Zip code 79549 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Snyder.

Is Zip code 79549 a safe neighborhood in Snyder?

Zip code 79549 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Snyder, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 131), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 103). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Snyder.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 79549?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 79549 is Rape, with a crime index of 131 (31% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 79549?

Zip code 79549 has a population of approximately 15,044. The median household income is $66,286. The median home value is $118,823. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 79549 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 79549's overall crime rate is 18% above the national average (index 118 vs 100). Within Snyder, 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.