DeSoto, TX Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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Total crime NAT. AVG.

19%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

3%

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}	DeSoto_{/100k people}	Texas_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	1,298	n/a (estimate)	2,320	2,732	2,324
Murder	4	n/a	7.1	6.7	6.3
Rape	19	n/a	34.0	50.0	40.0
Robbery	32	n/a	57.2	70.5	66.1
Assault	113	n/a	201.9	304.7	268.2
Violent crime	168	n/a (estimate)	300	432	370
Burglary	119	n/a	212.7	334.3	269.8
Theft	772	n/a	1,379.7	1,634.4	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	239	n/a	427.1	331.2	282.7
Property crime	1,130	n/a (estimate)	2,019	2,300	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in DeSoto, TX

Looking at the most recent crime report, the crime rate in DeSoto is 0.2% 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 DeSoto, there were 168 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 300 per 100,000 individuals, 18.8% lower than the national average. Additionally, there were 1130 property crimes, amounting to 2019 per 100,000 residents, 3.3% higher than the U.S. average.

When assessing the overall crime rate in DeSoto per 100,000 people, it stands in the median range among all cities with reported crime data. Our analysis of total incidents, encompassing both violent and property crimes, underscores the close alignment of reported DeSoto crime rates with the national average as reported by other areas.

The property crime rate per 100,000 people in DeSoto is very similar to the national average. DeSoto had a property crime rate of 2019, while the national average was 1954. Based on these numbers, you could expect an average amount of property crime in this area.

With a total of 239 vehicle thefts last year, DeSoto has one of the most stolen cars in the country at 427 per 100,000 people. This lands DeSoto in the bottom 10% of all cities that reported crime and the chance of any vehicle being stolen is one in 235.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in DeSoto?

What do the local residents think about crime in DeSoto? Well, based on a recent survey of 46 people (conducted by AreaVibes), 74% of DeSoto residents said that there was virtually no crime and that they felt safe walking at night. Another 26% of respondents said that there was too much crime in the area and they did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is DeSoto a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if DeSoto 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. DeSoto has a total crime rate that is 0% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 3.56 daily crimes (0.46 violent daily crimes and 3.1 daily property crimes) in DeSoto.

Has Crime in DeSoto Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in DeSoto has increased by 3%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of DeSoto, aiding residents in assessing whether it is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. These crime rates are categorized into two primary groups: violent and property crimes. Year-over-year, violent crime has decreased by 1.8%, while property crime has increased by 3.8%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not DeSoto is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in DeSoto

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 DeSoto crime rates. In DeSoto, the poverty rate stands at 9.5%, diverging from the national average of 15.1%.

In DeSoto, the cost of living is 0.47% 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.

Elevated rental costs can generate economic strain for both individuals and families, particularly those with restricted financial means. When a substantial proportion of one's income is allocated to housing costs, it often leaves limited resources for fulfilling other crucial necessities such as groceries, healthcare and education. This financial pressure can fuel desperation, potentially prompting individuals to resort to criminal actions, including theft or fraud, as a means of coping with their financial hardships. In DeSoto, the average monthly rent stands at $1,208, while the national average is $949 per month.

DeSoto crime map

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

DeSoto crime rates are equal to the national average
Violent crimes in DeSoto are 19% lower than the national average
In DeSoto you have a 1 in 44 chance of becoming a victim of crime
DeSoto is safer than 34% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in DeSoto has decreased by 3%

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Daily Crime In DeSoto (per 100,000 people)

The graph above looks at the comparison of crimes committed in DeSoto on a daily basis (per 100,000 people) to crimes committed throughout the state of Texas and the USA. According to the latest crime statistics, daily crimes in DeSoto (which include property crimes as well as violent crimes), when compared to Texas, are 1.18 times less than the state average and 1.00 times less than than national average. Violent crimes committed in DeSoto on a daily basis are 1.44 times less than than Texas average and 1.23 times less than the average nationwide. Daily property crime rates in DeSoto are 1.14 times less than the daily state average and 1.03 times more than the daily national numbers.

How Safe is DeSoto (higher is better)

What are the odds that you'll be safer in DeSoto, Texas compared to other areas of Texas, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is DeSoto safe? In the graphs above, it shows that DeSoto is safer than 33% of Texas cities, and 34% compared to all other cities across America. These statistics are calculated by taking a closer look at each city's crime rate in Texas, as well as the rest of the US. It is then determined which cities see less crime than DeSoto. At this time, DeSoto sees a below average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in DeSoto

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in DeSoto is 1 in 334

The chance of being a victim of property crime in DeSoto is 1 in 50

The chance of being a victim of crime in DeSoto is 1 in 44

Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in DeSoto? If you reside in DeSoto, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 334. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 50 change that you will become a victim of a property crime. These sorts of crimes against personal property include: burglary, theft, and auto theft. In total, the likelihood of being victimized by a crime in DeSoto, is 1 in 44.

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

An ideal indicator of whether DeSoto 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 DeSoto has decreased by 7% and the rate of property crime in DeSoto has decreased by 2%. The total crime rate in DeSoto has decreased by 3% year to year.

DeSoto police department

Item	DeSoto	Texas	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	104	46,020	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	n/a	3.0	3.3

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}
Venus, TX	4,027	102	344	446
Ovilla, TX	4,010	69	412	481
Oak Leaf, TX	1,793	84	449	533
Midlothian, TX	31,533	106	990	1,096
Palmer, TX	2,540	239	996	1,235
Glenn Heights, TX	13,228	277	1,114	1,391
Red Oak, TX	13,010	238	1,250	1,488
DeSoto, TX	53,170	300	2,019	2,320

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Wheaton, IL	53,157	132	774	906
St. Cloud, FL	53,132	233	1,005	1,238
Palm Desert, CA	53,087	351	3,898	4,249
Hoboken, NJ	53,283	155	1,547	1,702
Peabody, MA	53,004	383	1,273	1,656
DeSoto, TX	53,170	300	2,019	2,320

Source: The DeSoto, 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.