Pecos, TX Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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42%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

47%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

59%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

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.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Pecos_{/100k people}	Texas_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	167	n/a (estimate)	1,338	2,732	2,324
Murder	1	n/a	8.0	6.7	6.3
Rape	4	n/a	32.0	50.0	40.0
Robbery	3	n/a	24.0	70.5	66.1
Assault	60	n/a	480.7	304.7	268.2
Violent crime	68	n/a (estimate)	545	432	370
Burglary	30	n/a	240.3	334.3	269.8
Theft	58	n/a	464.6	1,634.4	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	11	n/a	88.1	331.2	282.7
Property crime	99	n/a (estimate)	793	2,300	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Pecos, TX

Looking at the most recent crime report, the crime rate in Pecos is 42.4% lower than the national average. These crimes fall into two primary categories: violent and property. Violent crimes encompass murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes involve theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In Pecos, there were 68 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 545 per 100,000 individuals, 47.3% higher than the national average. Additionally, there were 99 property crimes, amounting to 793 per 100,000 residents, 59.4% lower than the U.S. average.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Pecos?

AreaVibes surveyed 14 local residents in Pecos to gauge the safety of the area. Based on the results, 29% of people answered that there was very little crime in Pecos and that they felt very comfortable walking alone at night. Another 71% of people responded that there was far too much crime and they would be hesitant to walk the streets alone at night. Keep in mind that the opinions of residents may vary depending on which area they live in.

Is Pecos a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Pecos 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. Pecos has a total crime rate that is 42% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.46 daily crimes (0.19 violent daily crimes and 0.27 daily property crimes) in Pecos.

Has Crime in Pecos Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Pecos has decreased by 6.7% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Pecos is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. Crime rates are categorized by violent and property crime. Year-over-year violent crime has increased by 13.3%, while property crime has decreased by 16.8%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Pecos.

Potential Causes for Crime in Pecos

The economic prosperity of a city's inhabitants exerts substantial influence on crime stats. Elevated poverty rates and income inequality can precipitate heightened criminal activity, as individuals may turn to illicit means to fulfill their fundamental requirements. While lower poverty rates could lead to lower Pecos crime rates. In Pecos, the poverty rate stands at 15.7%, diverging from the national average of 15.1%.

The educational level within a community can have an influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of education are associated with reduced crime rates, as they offer individuals improved employment prospects and alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, lower educational attainment tends to correspond with higher crime rates. In Pecos, 62.9% of residents have achieved at least a high school diploma, which differs from the national average of 83%.

In Pecos, the cost of living is 20.93% lower than the national average. A substantial cost of living can burden residents, particularly those with constrained financial means. When individuals contend with steep housing expenses, grocery bills, utility costs, healthcare and essential needs that strain their budgets, they may turn to criminal activities, such as theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. Conversely, cities characterized by a more affordable cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, which could potentially lead to decreased crime rates.

Pecos crime map

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

Pecos crime rates are 42% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Pecos are 47% higher than the national average
In Pecos you have a 1 in 75 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Pecos is safer than 26% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Pecos has decreased by 20%

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Daily Crime In Pecos (per 100,000 people)

The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in Pecos for every 100,000 residents. The Pecos total amount of daily crime is 2.04 times less than the Texas average and 1.74 times less than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in Pecos, is 1.26 times more than the Texas average, and it is 1.47 times more than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that Pecos has a daily crime average that is 2.90 times less than the Texas average and 2.46 times less than the daily national rate.

How Safe is Pecos (higher is better)

Is Pecos safe in comparison to other cities in the state of Texas as well as in comparison to the rest of the areas across the United States. Using the gauges above, which compare crime in Pecos to other cities in the state and across the country, Pecos is 24% safer than other cities of Texas and 26% safer than other cities in the nation. Pecos has a ranks below average in comparison to other cities in the country.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Pecos

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Pecos is 1 in 184

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Pecos is 1 in 127

The chance of being a victim of crime in Pecos is 1 in 75

How likely are you to become a victim of crime? In Pecos, Texas you have a 1 in 184 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 127 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 75 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Pecos.

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

An analysis of year to year crime rates in Pecos, Texas (per 100,000 people) is a useful indicator of whether the area is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live. The amount of violent crime in Pecos has decreased by 3%, the amount of property crime in Pecos has decreased by 29%, and the total amount of crime in Pecos has decreased by 20% year over year.

Pecos police department

Item	Pecos	Texas	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	40	46,020	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	4.5	3.0	3.3

There are a total of 40 Pecos police officers. This results in 4.5 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 49.7% greater than the Texas average and 38.4% greater than the National average.

Sex offenders in Texas

State	Total offenders	Texas_/100K	National_/100K
Texas	95,281	443	266

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}
Barstow, TX	370	698	3,717	4,415
Pecos, TX	11,957	545	793	1,338

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Lantana, FL	11,958	277	1,675	1,952
South Miami, FL	11,958	560	2,475	3,035
East Bethel, MN	11,958	251	1,757	2,008
Westview, FL	11,955	317	1,918	2,235
Lansing, KS	11,955	250	1,179	1,429
Pecos, TX	11,957	545	793	1,338

Source: The Pecos, 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.