Crime Safety Grade

B

Taylor, TX Crime Rate

Higher crime than 99% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is Taylor Safe?

With an overall crime index of 188, Taylor has a 88% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 154. 100% of Taylor neighborhoods are rated A or B for safety, while 0% have high crime rates.

Crime Index Comparison

Taylor
188
Texas Avg
110
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
188
88% above average
Violent Crime
162
62% above average
Property Crime
160
60% above average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Taylor

1 in 154

Property crime: 1 in 156

Where Is It Safe in Taylor?

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Taylor Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 84% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 33% above avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 168 ▲ 68%
Assault Violent 133 ▲ 33%
Robbery Violent 184 ▲ 84%
Burglary Property 148 ▲ 48%
Larceny / Theft Property 176 ▲ 76%
Vehicle Theft Property 155 ▲ 55%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Taylor Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Washington Heights B 188

Taylor Crime by Zip Code

76574
A- Index: 142

Taylor Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
17,291
Median Income
$57,672
Home Value
$169,573
Median Rent
$886
Home Ownership
68%

Racial Demographics

White
76%
Black
9.1%
Hispanic
41.2%
Asian
0.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Taylor?
Taylor has an overall crime index of 188, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Taylor are rated A or B for safety.
Is Taylor safe to live in?
Taylor has a crime safety grade of B. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Taylor?
The safest neighborhoods in Taylor based on crime data include Washington Heights. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Taylor crime compare to the national average?
Taylor's overall crime index is 188 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 88% higher than the typical US city.

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