78959 Zip Code, Waelder

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Waelder

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 149 / 300 High
Violent Crime 146
46% above national avg
Property Crime 129
29% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 78959 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 78959 in Waelder, TX has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 149, which is 49% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Waelder.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 159, 59% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 104).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 159 (59% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 104 (4% above avg)

78959 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
144 +44% Moderate
Assault
140 +40% Moderate
Robbery
144 +44% Moderate
Rape
154 +54% High
Property Crime
Burglary
159 +59% High
Larceny / Theft
104 +4% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
125 +25% Moderate

78959 Crime Map

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78959 Demographics & Context

Population
2,122
Median Income
$49,764
Home Value
$201,068
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
15/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.7%
Graduate Degree 2.5%

Housing

69%
31%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 58.8%
Black 8.2%
Hispanic 59.4%
Asian 0.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 78959, Waelder?

Zip code 78959 in Waelder, TX has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 149, which is 49% above the national average. Zip code 78959 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Waelder.

Is Zip code 78959 a safe neighborhood in Waelder?

Zip code 78959 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Waelder, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 159), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 104). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Waelder.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 78959?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 78959 is Burglary, with a crime index of 159 (59% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 78959?

Zip code 78959 has a population of approximately 2,122. The median household income is $49,764. The median home value is $201,068. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 78959 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 78959's overall crime rate is 49% above the national average (index 149 vs 100). Within Waelder, 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.