| Statistic | Reportedincidents | /100k people | Cibolo/100k people | Texas/100k people | National/100k people |
| Total crime | 374 | n/a (estimate) | 994 | 2,430 | 2,119 |
| Murder | 1 | n/a | 2.7 | 5.2 | 5.0 |
| Rape | 17 | n/a | 45.2 | 50.0 | 37.5 |
| Robbery | 2 | n/a | 5.3 | 63.5 | 60.6 |
| Assault | 36 | n/a | 95.6 | 270.7 | 256.1 |
| Violent crime | 56 | n/a (estimate) | 149 | 389 | 359 |
| Burglary | 53 | n/a | 140.8 | 284.3 | 229.2 |
| Theft | 225 | n/a | 597.8 | 1,425.6 | 1,272.1 |
| Vehicle theft | 40 | n/a | 106.3 | 330.7 | 258.8 |
| Property crime | 318 | n/a (estimate) | 845 | 2,041 | 1,760 |

Crime is typically categorized into two main types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. Based on the most recent report, the Cibolo crime rate is lower than the national average by 53.1%. Specifically, there were 56 violent crimes in Cibolo, equivalent to 149 per 100,000 individuals, lower than the national average by 58.6%. Furthermore, Cibolo recorded 318 property crimes, amounting to 845 per 100,000 residents, which was lower than the average by 52%.
What do the local residents think about crime in Cibolo? Well, based on a recent survey of 8 people (conducted by AreaVibes), 75% of Cibolo residents said that there was virtually no crime and that they felt safe walking at night. Another 25% of respondents said that there was too much crime in the area and they did not feel safe walking alone at night.
To determine if Cibolo 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. Cibolo has a total crime rate that is 53% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 1.02 daily crimes (0.15 violent daily crimes and 0.87 daily property crimes) in Cibolo.
Year-over-year crime data allows residents and potential residents to assess the crime in Cibolo. A decrease in crime rates may indicate improving safety, while an increase could raise concerns. The year-over-year crime rate in Cibolo has increased by 21.8%. Violent crimes have increased by 115.4%, while property crimes have increased by 13.2%. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, authorities and communities can identify trends and patterns in criminal activity. This helps in understanding whether crime is increasing, decreasing, or remaining stable over time.
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 Cibolo crime rates. In Cibolo, the poverty rate stands at 4.6%, 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 Cibolo, 93% of residents have achieved at least a high school diploma, which differs from the national average of 83%.
In Cibolo, the cost of living is 11.03% higher than the national average. A high cost of living can induce economic stress for locals, especially those with limited financial resources. When people grapple with soaring housing expenses, utility bills, healthcare costs, and other essential necessities, they may be driven towards criminal activities, including theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. Conversely, cities boasting a lower cost of living may mitigate economic pressures and potentially result in reduced crime rates.
| Item | Cibolo | Texas | National |
| Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians) | 27 | 46,020 | 558,732 |
| Police officers & civilians /1000 residents | 1.7 | 3.0 | 3.3 |
| State | Total offenders | Texas /100K | National /100K |
| Texas | 95,281 | 443 | 266 |
| City | Population | Violent crime/100k people | Property crime/100k people | Total crime/100k people |
| Marion, TX | 919 | 0 | 369 | 369 |
| St. Hedwig, TX | 2,544 | 85 | 444 | 529 |
| Lake Dunlap, TX | 1,592 | 113 | 595 | 708 |
| McQueeney, TX | 3,003 | 125 | 655 | 780 |
| Zuehl, TX | 528 | 157 | 824 | 981 |
| New Berlin, TX | 882 | 157 | 824 | 981 |
| Garden Ridge, TX | 4,164 | 136 | 884 | 1,020 |
| Cibolo, TX | 31,234 | 149 | 845 | 994 |
| City | Population | Violent crime/100k people | Property crime/100k people | Total crime/100k people |
| Long Branch, NJ | 31,244 | 242 | 1,628 | 1,869 |
| LaGrange, GA | 31,218 | 630 | 4,480 | 5,111 |
| Syracuse, UT | 31,254 | 52 | 501 | 553 |
| Poughkeepsie, NY | 31,213 | 644 | 1,636 | 2,280 |
| Fountain, CO | 31,205 | 482 | 1,894 | 2,375 |
| Cibolo, TX | 31,234 | 149 | 845 | 994 |