Crime Safety Grade

B

Waco, TX Crime Rate

Higher crime than 66% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 26+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Waco Safe?

With an overall crime index of 124, Waco has a 24% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 216. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like North Lake Waco earning an A+ grade while Carver rates C-.

Crime Index Comparison

Waco
124
Texas Avg
110
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
124
24% above average
Violent Crime
116
16% above average
Property Crime
134
34% above average
Safe Areas
81%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Waco

1 in 216

Property crime: 1 in 187

Where Is It Safe in Waco?

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Waco Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 39% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 3% above avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 118 ▲ 18%
Assault Violent 126 ▲ 26%
Robbery Violent 103 ▲ 3%
Burglary Property 127 ▲ 27%
Larceny / Theft Property 139 ▲ 39%
Vehicle Theft Property 137 ▲ 37%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Waco Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 North Lake Waco A+ 35
2 Mountainview A 82
3 Timbercrest A- 62
4 Kendrick A- 87
5 Parkdale Viking Hills A- 107
6 Beverly Hills A- 71
7 Landon Branch A- 112
8 Baylor A- 121
9 Lacy Lakeview B+ 122
10 Austin Avenue B+ 120
11 Brookview B+ 129
12 Heart of Texas B+ 110
13 Bellmead B+ 99
14 Dean Highland B+ 114
15 Sanger-Heights B+ 123
16 University B+ 101
17 Technology Village B 162
18 North Waco B 130
19 Cedar Ridge B- 179
20 Alta Vista B- 143
21 Richland Hills B- 148
22 Oakwood C+ 181
23 East Riverside C 167
24 Downtown C 187
25 Brook Oaks C- 172
26 Carver C- 169

Waco Crime by Zip Code

76798
A Index: 12
76705
A- Index: 105
76708
A- Index: 109
76710
A- Index: 117
76706
B+ Index: 115
76711
B+ Index: 88
76707
B Index: 132
76701
B Index: 174
76702
B- Index: 164
76704
C Index: 170

Waco Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
186,695
Median Income
$40,349
Home Value
$127,446
Median Rent
$879
Home Ownership
47%

Racial Demographics

White
57%
Black
21.7%
Hispanic
33.5%
Asian
1.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Waco?
Waco has an overall crime index of 124, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 81% of neighborhoods in Waco are rated A or B for safety.
Is Waco safe to live in?
Waco 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 Waco?
The safest neighborhoods in Waco based on crime data include North Lake Waco, Mountainview, Timbercrest, Kendrick, and Parkdale Viking Hills. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Waco crime compare to the national average?
Waco's overall crime index is 124 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 24% higher than the typical US city.

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