77659 Zip Code, Sour Lake

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sour Lake

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 116 / 300 High
Violent Crime 133
33% above national avg
Property Crime 87
13% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 77659 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 77659 in Sour Lake, TX has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sour Lake.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 156, 56% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 62). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 156 (56% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 62 (38% below avg)

77659 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
120 +20% Moderate
Assault
113 +13% Moderate
Robbery
141 +41% Moderate
Rape
156 +56% High
Property Crime
Burglary
102 +2% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
62 -38% Low
Vehicle Theft
96 -4% Average

77659 Crime Map

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77659 Demographics & Context

Population
5,275
Median Income
$88,080
Home Value
$259,257
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
39/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.1%
Graduate Degree 4.5%

Housing

84%
16%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.7%
Black 3.1%
Hispanic 6.7%
Asian 0.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 77659, Sour Lake?

Zip code 77659 in Sour Lake, TX has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average. Zip code 77659 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sour Lake.

Is Zip code 77659 a safe neighborhood in Sour Lake?

Zip code 77659 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sour Lake, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 156), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 62). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sour Lake.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 77659?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 77659 is Rape, with a crime index of 156 (56% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 77659?

Zip code 77659 has a population of approximately 5,275. The median household income is $88,080. The median home value is $259,257. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 77659 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 77659's overall crime rate is 16% above the national average (index 116 vs 100). Within Sour Lake, 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.