B+
29%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
47%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
26%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
Search Homes for Sale
Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleColumbus/100k peopleTexas/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime59n/a (estimate)1,6402,7322,324
Murder1n/a27.86.76.3
Rape3n/a83.450.040.0
Robbery0n/a0.070.566.1
Assault3n/a83.4304.7268.2
Violent crime7n/a (estimate)195432370
Burglary3n/a83.4334.3269.8
Theft44n/a1,222.91,634.41,401.9
Vehicle theft5n/a139.0331.2282.7
Property crime52n/a (estimate)1,4452,3001,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Columbus, TX

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Columbus crime rate is 29.5% lower than the national average. These incidents are classified into two primary categories: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes include assault, robbery, rape and murder. Whereas property crimes encompass theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In the case of Columbus, there were 7 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 195 per 100,000 individuals, 47.4% lower than the national average. Additionally, Columbus recorded 52 property crimes, amounting to 1445 per 100,000 residents, 26.1% lower than the U.S. average.

Although the murder rates in America have decreased steadily since 1990, over the last few years there has been an uptick. Columbus has one of the highest murder rates in the country when compared to all other cities that reported crime in the U.S. There were a total of 1 murders in Columbus, which is 28 murders per 100,000 people.

Is Columbus a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in Columbus, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. Columbus presents a total crime rate that is 29% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, Columbus experiences an average of 0.16 daily crimes, comprising 0.02 violent incidents and 0.14 property-related offenses. This evaluation offers a comprehensive understanding of the safety landscape, aiding individuals in making informed decisions when considering relocation.

Has Crime in Columbus Increased Since Last Year?

Examining year-over-year crime data provides insights into short-term trends with regards to the crime activity in Columbus. This analysis involves comparing crime rates from one year to the next, enabling the identification of patterns and fluctuations in crime. Such information proves invaluable to residents seeking to make well-informed decisions about their choice of residence. In the most recent year, compared to the previous one, total crime in Columbus has decreased by 16.9%. Specifically, violent crime has decreased by 50%, while property crime has decreased by 8.8%. This data empowers individuals with a clearer understanding of the evolving safety landscape in Columbus.

Potential Causes for Crime in Columbus

The economic well-being of a city's residents plays a significant role in crime rates. High poverty rates and income inequality can lead to increased crime stats as individuals may resort to illegal activities to meet their basic needs. While lower rates could lead to a lower Columbus crime rate. The poverty level in Columbus is 13.9%, while the national average is 15.1%.

Columbus has a population density of 1224.1 people per square mile, while with the national average is 90.6 people per square mile. Cities characterized by high population density are frequently larger urban centers offering diverse economic prospects. Within these areas, income inequality may be accentuated, resulting in the coexistence of poverty and affluence. Such economic disparities can contribute to elevated property crimes and on occasion, violent crimes. Conversely, areas with low population density generally record lower Columbus crime rates.

In Columbus, the ratio of police officers and civilians stands at 2.97 per 1,000 residents, contrasting with the national average of 3.25. This discrepancy highlights the potential impact of law enforcement and community policing on crime rates. The strength of their collaboration can serve as a deterrent to criminal behavior, fostering a safer environment. Effective law enforcement leans heavily on community policing strategies that prioritize the cultivation of trust and cooperation between police and residents. It's essential to recognize that the effectiveness of these efforts isn't solely tied to the quantity of officers but also hinges on the quality of their engagement with the community.

Columbus crime map



The Columbus crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Columbus as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Columbus crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Columbus crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.
New Real Estate Listings in Columbus Area
Search Homes for Sale in Columbus, TX

Compare Columbus, TX Crime

      vs

      Crime Quick Facts

      • Columbus crime rates are 29% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Columbus are 47% lower than the national average
      • In Columbus you have a 1 in 61 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Columbus is safer than 52% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Columbus has decreased by 14%

      Columbus, TX Crime Quiz

         

        Safest Places to Live in and Around Columbus

        See all the best places to live around Columbus
        How would you rate the amount of crime in Columbus?
        Write a review to give others more information about this area.
        Do you feel safe walking alone at night in Columbus?
        Write a review to give others more information about this area.
        See all Columbus poll results

        Daily Crime In Columbus (per 100,000 people)

        The chart above shows the number of daily crimes in Columbus, TX per 100,000 people. In Columbus, the number of daily crimes is projected to be 1.67 times less than the Texas average and 1.42 times less than the national average. The average number of daily violent crimes in Columbus is 2.22 times less than the Texas average and 1.90 times less than the daily national average. With regards to property crimes, Columbus has a daily crime rate that is 1.59 times less than the Texas average and 1.35 times less than the overall daily national average.

        How Safe is Columbus (higher is better)

        How safe is Columbus, Texas compared to other cities in Texas and the rest of the cities across the United States? The graphs above show that Columbus is safer than 56% of the cities in Texas and 52% of the cities in the United States. These results are calculated by analyzing all cities in Texas and across the US as a whole and determining how many areas have a lower crime rate than Columbus. Overall, Columbus is ranked above average compared to all other cities across the United States.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Columbus

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Columbus is 1 in 514
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Columbus is 1 in 70
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Columbus is 1 in 61
        Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In Columbus, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 514. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 70 chance of being the victim of a property crime such as vehicle theft, personal property theft, and burglary. Your overall risk of becoming a crime victim in Columbus is 1 in 61.

        Year Over Year Crime In Columbus (per 100,000 people)

        An ideal indicator of whether Columbus is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live can be done by analyzing the year over year crime rates per 100,000 people. Year over year violent crime in Columbus has decreased by 48% and the rate of property crime in Columbus has decreased by 6%. The total crime rate in Columbus has decreased by 14% year to year.

        Columbus police department

        Item Columbus Texas National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)1146,020558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents3.03.03.3
        There are a total of 11 Columbus police officers. This results in 3.0 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 1.1% less than the Texas average and 8.5% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Texas

        State Total offenders Texas /100K National /100K
        Texas95,281443266
        There are a total of 95,281 sex offenders in Texas. This yields a total of 443 sex offenders in Texas per 100,000 residents which is 67% greater than the national average.

        Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Weimar, TX2,838144720864
        Eagle Lake, TX3,7422771,4751,752
        Glidden, TX5474202,2362,657
        Fayetteville, TX2834992,6553,154
        Columbus, TX3,6451951,4451,640

        Cities with similar population

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Mono Vista, CA3,6463061,4331,739
        Gaylord, MI3,6445073,4333,940
        Blythewood, SC3,64677362439
        Hopedale, MA3,64383432515
        Ranlo, NC3,643238757995
        Columbus, TX3,6451951,4451,640
        Source: The Columbus, TX crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.