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San Benito, TX has safety grade D, a population of about 24,259, an overall crime rate near 944 per 100k as of 2026. For real estate investors, safety is only half the picture: pair these crime statistics with rental demand and returns to judge whether San Benito, TX is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for San Benito, TX for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.

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San Benito, TX Crime Rate and Safety Report

San Benito, TX crime snapshot: safety grade D, violent crime rate 4.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 5.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.

Safety Score

D

High Risk

Violent Crime Rate

4.00

per 1000 residents

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Property Crime Rate

5.00

per 1000 residents

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Total Crimes

229

reported incidents

Safety Analysis & Recommendations

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Overall Assessment

San Benito, TX shows good safety standards with a A rating. While some crime exists, the area maintains reasonable safety levels for most residents.

Safety Recommendations

With property crimes being more prevalent (53.7% of total incidents), residents should secure their homes and vehicles, install security systems, and maintain good lighting around their properties.

Trend Analysis

The relatively low crime count of 229 incidents suggests San Benito maintains good community safety standards.

Comparison Insights

San Benito demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.

Analysis generated on: 10/28/2026

San Benito, TX Crime Analysis

Based on the provided crime data for the area represented by GEOID 16000US4865036, a total of 229 incidents were recorded. The most prevalent crime category is property crime, accounting for 123 incidents, with larceny/theft offenses being the most frequent subcategory (104 incidents), followed by destruction/damage/vandalism of property (10 incidents) and motor vehicle theft (9 incidents). Assault is the second most common crime category, with 96 incidents, all classified as assault offenses. The "others" category accounts for 7 incidents, comprising counterfeiting/forgery (1 incident), fraud offenses (4 incidents), and human trafficking (2 incidents). Robbery is the least frequent main category, with 3 incidents, all classified as robbery. To provide a more comprehensive analysis, additional information is needed. The GEOID 16000US4865036 corresponds to a specific geographic area, but without knowing the city name, state name, population, and median income, it's impossible to calculate crime rates per 100k, assign a safety score or grade, or determine violent and property crime rates. Furthermore, crime map data and zip code information are unavailable in the provided data. Without this contextual information, it's difficult to provide meaningful insights beyond the raw numbers. For example, knowing the population would allow for the calculation of crime rates, which would then allow for comparison to state and national averages. The median income could provide insights into potential socioeconomic factors contributing to crime rates.

San Benito, TX crime map

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Safest Zip Codes
10
79918
#1
El Paso County Area
0
Safety
15.4
Per 1K
15
Total Crimes

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79759
#2
Ector County Area
0
Safety
12.3
Per 1K
12
Total Crimes

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79741
#3
Ector County Area
0
Safety
12.3
Per 1K
12
Total Crimes

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79776
#4
Ector County Area
0
Safety
12.3
Per 1K
12
Total Crimes

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High Crime Zip Codes
10
78338
#1
Kenedy County Area
0
Safety
189.7
Per 1K
190
Total Crimes
78385
#2
Kenedy County Area
0
Safety
189.7
Per 1K
190
Total Crimes
78205
#3
Bexar County Area
0
Safety
157.1
Per 1K
157
Total Crimes
79754
#4
Loving County Area
0
Safety
143.9
Per 1K
144
Total Crimes

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FAQ about crime in San Benito, TX

PulseReal currently grades San Benito, TX as D. The population used for these rates is 24,259. The overall crime rate on this page is about 944 per 100,000 residents.

Crime rates are normalized per 1,000 residents based on reported incidents in FBI UCR and local agency feeds. We split incidents into violent, property, and other categories so you can see where the risk concentrates.

The “Safest Zip Codes” section above ranks nearby zip codes by safety score, while the “High Crime Zip Codes” section highlights areas with elevated reported crime in San Benito, TX.

Crime data is refreshed on a rolling basis as updated reports are published by the FBI’s Crime Data Explorer and partnering agencies.

Combine this crime report with the market overview for San Benito, TX and the school report linked in the “Related analysis” section to assess both safety and investment fundamentals.

Data sources & further reading

PulseReal’s analysis is built on top of these public, authoritative datasets.

FBI Crime Data Explorer

Official UCR crime statistics by state and agency from the FBI.

US Census QuickFacts

Population, demographics, housing, and income data from the US Census Bureau.

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HUD Market Data

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BLS Local Area Statistics

Local unemployment and employment data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

BJS National Crime Victimization Survey

Bureau of Justice Statistics publications on US crime victimization.

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