78597 Zip Code, South Padre Island

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in South Padre Island

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 199 / 300 High
Violent Crime 117
17% above national avg
Property Crime 153
53% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 78597 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 78597 in South Padre Island, TX has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 199, which is 99% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in South Padre Island.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 199, 99% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 24). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 199 (99% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 24 (76% below avg)

78597 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
165 +65% High
Assault
199 +99% High
Robbery
80 -20% Low
Rape
24 -76% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
197 +97% High
Larceny / Theft
159 +59% High
Vehicle Theft
102 +2% Moderate

78597 Crime Map

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78597 Demographics & Context

Population
1,121
Median Income
$74,705
Home Value
$511,918
Median Age
60
Pop. Density
20/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 21.5%
Graduate Degree 22.9%

Housing

69%
31%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.1%
Black 1.5%
Hispanic 30.9%
Asian 1.6%
78597 Crime Map
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South Padre Island Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 78597, South Padre Island?

Zip code 78597 in South Padre Island, TX has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 199, which is 99% above the national average. Zip code 78597 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in South Padre Island.

Is Zip code 78597 a safe neighborhood in South Padre Island?

Zip code 78597 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in South Padre Island, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 199), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 24). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in South Padre Island.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 78597?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 78597 is Assault, with a crime index of 199 (99% 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 78597?

Zip code 78597 has a population of approximately 1,121. The median household income is $74,705. The median home value is $511,918. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 78597 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 78597's overall crime rate is 99% above the national average (index 199 vs 100). Within South Padre Island, 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.