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58%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
28%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
74%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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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 peopleLa Joya/100k peopleTexas/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime46n/a (estimate)9862,7322,324
Murder0n/a0.06.76.3
Rape5n/a107.250.040.0
Robbery0n/a0.070.566.1
Assault17n/a364.3304.7268.2
Violent crime22n/a (estimate)471432370
Burglary8n/a171.5334.3269.8
Theft16n/a342.91,634.41,401.9
Vehicle theft0n/a0.0331.2282.7
Property crime24n/a (estimate)5142,3001,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in La Joya, TX

When we analyze the latest crime report, the La Joya crime rate is 57.6% 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 La Joya, there were 22 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 471 per 100,000 individuals, 27.5% higher than the national average. Additionally, La Joya recorded 24 property crimes, amounting to 514 per 100,000 residents, 73.7% lower than the U.S. average.

During the most recently reported crime year, La Joya experienced a total of 0 reported murders. This statistic paints it as a beacon of security when it comes to severe violent crimes. Such an achievement not only instills a profound sense of security for its residents but also sets a high standard for other communities striving to create similarly secure environments. It underscores the area as a place where safety is a top priority, enhancing its appeal as a desirable location to live and thrive.

Property crime rates per 100,000 individuals have exhibited a consistent decrease of about 50% since 1990, with a minor upturn observed in recent years. According to the latest crime data, La Joya maintains a property crime rate of 514 incidents per 100,000 people, significantly below the national average of 1954. This serves as a strong indication of the status of La Joya as a secure and desirable place to reside, emphasizing its commitment to safety and well-being within the community.

The United States contends with some of the globe's most elevated vehicle theft rates, reaching around 300 incidents per 100,000 individuals. Remarkably, merely a small fraction, approximately 10%, of cities have been fortunate enough to remain unscathed by vehicle theft reports. In this regard, La Joya stands out as one of those cities, as it reported no vehicle thefts in its most recent crime report.

Is La Joya a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if La Joya is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. La Joya has a total crime rate that is 58% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.13 daily crimes (0.06 violent daily crimes and 0.07 daily property crimes) in La Joya.

Has Crime in La Joya Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows us to analyze short-term trends in crime activity. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, we can identify patterns and shifts in La Joya crime rates. This information can be invaluable for residents looking to make informed decisions on where to live. When comparing the most recent year to the previous year, total crime in La Joya has increased by 39.4% year over year. Violent crime has increased by 15.8% and property crime has increased by 71.4%.

Potential Causes for Crime in La Joya

Escalating cost of living expenses, encompassing exorbitant housing costs, grocery and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards criminal activities, including theft or burglary, as a means of addressing their financial hardships. Conversely, cities characterized by a lower cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, potentially resulting in a reduced crime rate. In La Joya, the cost of living is 20.72% lower than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

In cities grappling with housing affordability challenges, crime can emerge as a prominent issue. Certain individuals and families may find themselves needing to reside in cramped or subpar housing conditions, elevating stress levels and potentially fueling domestic conflicts and associated criminal incidents. La Joya has a median home price of $82,400, deviating from the national average of $184,700. Large disparities in housing costs can significantly impact the well-being of residents and the prevalence of crime within the community.

High rent costs can create economic stress for individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. When a significant portion of one's income is spent on housing, there may be less money available for other essential needs such as food, healthcare and education. Economic stress can contribute to desperation and potentially lead individuals to engage in criminal activities, such as theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. Average rent rates in La Joya are $722, compared to a national average of $949 per month.

La Joya crime map



The La Joya crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in La Joya 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 La Joya crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the La Joya 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.
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      Crime Quick Facts

      • La Joya crime rates are 58% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in La Joya are 28% higher than the national average
      • In La Joya you have a 1 in 102 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • La Joya is safer than 35% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in La Joya has increased by 39%

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        Daily Crime In La Joya (per 100,000 people)

        The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in La Joya, Texas is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for La Joya are 2.77 times less than the Texas average and 2.36 times less than the national level. Daily violent crimes in La Joya are 1.09 times more than than Texas and 1.28 times more than the national mean. While daily property crimes in La Joya are 4.47 times less than than Texas and 3.80 times less than the national average.

        How Safe is La Joya (higher is better)

        When comparing the safety of La Joya to every other city in Texas, as well as the entirety of the United States, is La Joya safe? The gauges above illustrate that La Joya is safer than 33% of every city located within Texas along with 35% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in Texas and in the United States as a whole. As a result, La Joya, TX is ranked below average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in La Joya

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in La Joya is 1 in 213
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in La Joya is 1 in 195
        The chance of being a victim of crime in La Joya is 1 in 102
        Wondering what the chances are that you fall victim to a crime in La Joya? In La Joya, TX you have a 1 in 213 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery and assault. With regards to property crime, you have a 1 in 195 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and motor vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 102 chance of becoming a victim of crime in La Joya.

        Year Over Year Crime In La Joya (per 100,000 people)

        A good indicator of whether La Joya is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live can be determined by analyzing the year over year crime rate (per 100,000 people). The number of violent crimes in La Joya has increased by 15%, while the property crime rate in La Joya has increased by 70% year over year. The number of total crimes in La Joya has increased by 38% year over year.

        La Joya police department

        Item La Joya Texas National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)1746,020558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents4.13.03.3
        There are a total of 17 La Joya police officers. This results in 4.1 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 35.7% greater than the Texas average and 25.5% greater 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.

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        La Joya, TX4,374471514986

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        Source: The La Joya, 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.