77488 Zip Code, Wharton

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Wharton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 121 / 300 High
Violent Crime 125
25% above national avg
Property Crime 129
29% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 77488 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 77488 in Wharton, TX has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 121, which is 21% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Wharton.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 133, 33% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 117).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 133 (33% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 117 (17% above avg)

77488 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
120 +20% Moderate
Assault
133 +33% Moderate
Robbery
117 +17% Moderate
Rape
129 +29% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
133 +33% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
128 +28% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
125 +25% Moderate

77488 Crime Map

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77488 Demographics & Context

Population
15,106
Median Income
$50,323
Home Value
$196,949
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
58/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.5%
Graduate Degree 4.8%

Housing

60%
40%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 66%
Black 19%
Hispanic 41.1%
Asian 0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 77488, Wharton?

Zip code 77488 in Wharton, TX has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 121, which is 21% above the national average. Zip code 77488 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Wharton.

Is Zip code 77488 a safe neighborhood in Wharton?

Zip code 77488 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Wharton, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 133), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 117). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Wharton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 77488?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 77488 is Assault, with a crime index of 133 (33% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 77488?

Zip code 77488 has a population of approximately 15,106. The median household income is $50,323. The median home value is $196,949. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 77488 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 77488's overall crime rate is 21% above the national average (index 121 vs 100). Within Wharton, 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.