79556 Zip Code, Sweetwater

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sweetwater

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 120 / 300 High
Violent Crime 121
21% above national avg
Property Crime 125
25% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 79556 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 79556 in Sweetwater, TX has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sweetwater.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 127, 27% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 110).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 127 (27% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 110 (10% above avg)

79556 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
122 +22% Moderate
Assault
126 +26% Moderate
Robbery
110 +10% Moderate
Rape
125 +25% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
121 +21% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
126 +26% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
127 +27% Moderate

79556 Crime Map

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79556 Demographics & Context

Population
11,867
Median Income
$52,294
Home Value
$91,079
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
31/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.5%
Graduate Degree 3.3%

Housing

65%
35%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 85.3%
Black 4.8%
Hispanic 40.3%
Asian 0.5%
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Sweetwater Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 79556, Sweetwater?

Zip code 79556 in Sweetwater, TX has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average. Zip code 79556 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sweetwater.

Is Zip code 79556 a safe neighborhood in Sweetwater?

Zip code 79556 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sweetwater, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 127), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 110). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sweetwater.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 79556?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 79556 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 127 (27% 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 79556?

Zip code 79556 has a population of approximately 11,867. The median household income is $52,294. The median home value is $91,079. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 79556 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 79556's overall crime rate is 20% above the national average (index 120 vs 100). Within Sweetwater, 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.