79782 Zip Code, Stanton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Stanton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 79 / 300 High
Violent Crime 109
9% above national avg
Property Crime 96
4% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 79782 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 79782 in Stanton, TX has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 79, which is 21% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Stanton.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 125, 25% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 76).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 125 (25% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 76 (24% below avg)

79782 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
91 -9% Average
Assault
102 +2% Moderate
Robbery
123 +23% Moderate
Rape
119 +19% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
125 +25% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
76 -24% Low
Vehicle Theft
86 -14% Average

79782 Crime Map

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79782 Demographics & Context

Population
5,492
Median Income
$71,035
Home Value
$427,126
Median Age
36
Pop. Density
13/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.4%
Graduate Degree 2.9%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 80.8%
Black 1.6%
Hispanic 45%
Asian 0.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 79782, Stanton?

Zip code 79782 in Stanton, TX has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 79, which is 21% below the national average. Zip code 79782 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Stanton.

Is Zip code 79782 a safe neighborhood in Stanton?

Zip code 79782 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Stanton, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 125), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 76). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Stanton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 79782?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 79782 is Burglary, with a crime index of 125 (25% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 79782?

Zip code 79782 has a population of approximately 5,492. The median household income is $71,035. The median home value is $427,126. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 79782 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 79782's overall crime rate is 21% below the national average (index 79 vs 100). Within Stanton, 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.