79852 Zip Code, Terlingua

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Terlingua

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 182 / 300 High
Violent Crime 158
58% above national avg
Property Crime 144
44% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 79852 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 79852 in Terlingua, TX has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 182, which is 82% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Terlingua.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 187, 87% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 92).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 187 (87% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 92 (8% below avg)

79852 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
167 +67% High
Assault
177 +77% High
Robbery
115 +15% Moderate
Rape
172 +72% High
Property Crime
Burglary
187 +87% High
Larceny / Theft
92 -8% Average
Vehicle Theft
153 +53% High

79852 Crime Map

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79852 Demographics & Context

Population
198
Median Income
$44,000
Home Value
$80,488
Median Age
51
Pop. Density
1/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18.9%
Graduate Degree 19%

Housing

56%
44%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 85.3%
Black 0.6%
Hispanic 30.8%
Asian 0.5%
79852 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 79852, Terlingua?

Zip code 79852 in Terlingua, TX has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 182, which is 82% above the national average. Zip code 79852 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Terlingua.

Is Zip code 79852 a safe neighborhood in Terlingua?

Zip code 79852 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Terlingua, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 187), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 92). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Terlingua.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 79852?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 79852 is Burglary, with a crime index of 187 (87% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 79852?

Zip code 79852 has a population of approximately 198. The median household income is $44,000. The median home value is $80,488. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 79852 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 79852's overall crime rate is 82% above the national average (index 182 vs 100). Within Terlingua, 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.