79855 Zip Code, Van Horn

Last updated: June 3, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Van Horn

Summary: 79855 (Van Horn, TX) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 79855 in Van Horn, TX has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 103, which is 3% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Van Horn.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: June 3, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 103 / 300 High
Violent Crime 116
16% above national avg
Property Crime 92
8% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 79855 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 79855 in Van Horn, TX has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 103, which is 3% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Van Horn.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 138, 38% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 71). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 138 (38% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 71 (29% below avg)

79855 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
95 -5% Average
Assault
128 +28% Moderate
Robbery
104 +4% Moderate
Rape
138 +38% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
132 +32% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
71 -29% Low
Vehicle Theft
74 -26% Low

79855 Crime Map

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79855 Demographics & Context

Population
2,328
Median Income
$48,697
Home Value
$51,115
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
1/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.6%
Graduate Degree 3.8%

Housing

59%
41%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 72%
Black 1.2%
Hispanic 75%
Asian 1.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 79855, Van Horn?

Zip code 79855 in Van Horn, TX has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 103, which is 3% above the national average. Zip code 79855 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Van Horn.

Is Zip code 79855 a safe neighborhood in Van Horn?

Zip code 79855 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Van Horn, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Rape (index: 138), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 71). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Van Horn.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 79855?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 79855 is Rape, with a crime index of 138 (38% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 79855?

Zip code 79855 has a population of approximately 2,328. The median household income is $48,697. The median home value is $51,115. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 79855 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 79855's overall crime rate is 3% above the national average (index 103 vs 100). Within Van Horn, 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 June 2026.