McAllen, TX Crime


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The city of McAllen, TX has a relatively low crime rate compared to the national average. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in McAllen is 13.1, while the national average is 22.7. Additionally, the property crime rate in McAllen is 48.2, lower than the US average of 35.4. This is a testament to the efforts of law enforcement in McAllen to keep the city safe for its residents. However, it is important to note that any level of crime, no matter how small, can have a significant impact on the community. Therefore, it is crucial for the community to continue to work together to prevent and address any criminal activity in order to maintain the safety and well-being of its citizens.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

McAllen violent crime is 13.1. (The US average is 22.7)
McAllen property crime is 48.2. (The US average is 35.4)

NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
McAllen, TX Crime History
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   Crime in Nearby Cities
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Pharr, TX  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock52019
Mission, TX  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock52019
Alton, TX  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock62018
San Juan, TX  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock62019
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Brownsville, TX  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock512019
Sugar Land, TX  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock2822018
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Over 5 years ago

My wife and I are snowbirds from Iowa. We tried the McAllen area for a couple of seasons. We didn't like it, and have since opted for Mesa, AZ. Mesa ranked No. 8 in the  More

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On transfer here for two years now. Pros: Daytime traffic is pretty decent, when using Interstate 2. Home prices are cheaper, when compared to the national average.  More

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Over 11 years ago

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