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58%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
62%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
57%
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 peopleHorizon City/100k peopleTexas/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime231n/a (estimate)9742,7322,324
Murder0n/a0.06.76.3
Rape4n/a16.950.040.0
Robbery1n/a4.270.566.1
Assault28n/a118.0304.7268.2
Violent crime33n/a (estimate)139432370
Burglary24n/a101.2334.3269.8
Theft142n/a598.51,634.41,401.9
Vehicle theft32n/a134.9331.2282.7
Property crime198n/a (estimate)8352,3001,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Horizon City, TX

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in Horizon City is 58.1% lower than the national average. Specifically, there were 33 violent crimes reported in Horizon City, equivalent to 139 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 62.4%. Additionally, Horizon City recorded 198 property crimes, amounting to 835 per 100,000 people, lower than the national average by 57.3%.

In a remarkable testament to the city's commitment to safety, Horizon City reported a murder rate of 0. This could indicate that it is a very safe place to live, but also serves as an inspiration to other urban areas striving for safer communities. Examining the full crime report will provide a complete overview of all crimes - violent and property.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Horizon City?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Horizon City. Based on the results of the surveys (8 responses), 75% of people felt that there was very little crime in Horizon City and felt safe walking alone at night. While 25% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Horizon City a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Horizon City 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. Horizon City has a total crime rate that is 58% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.63 daily crimes (0.09 violent daily crimes and 0.54 daily property crimes) in Horizon City.

Has Crime in Horizon City Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in Horizon City has increased by 68.6%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of Horizon City, 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 increased by 22.2%, while property crime has increased by 80%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not Horizon City is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in Horizon City

Limited employment opportunities or a prevalence of low-wage jobs can result in higher rates of unemployment and underemployment. Regions where individuals grapple with joblessness or meager wages may exhibit greater vulnerability to an uptick in crime due to financial instability. While areas that have strong employment rates, often will see a reduction in overall crime. Horizon City, for instance, reports an unemployment rate of 4.7%, which differs from the national average of 4.7%.

Highly populated regions typically encompass expansive urban hubs teeming with diverse economic prospects. Within these areas, income inequality can be exacerbated, giving rise to enclaves of poverty amid affluence. Communities marked by economic disparities may contend with heightened property crimes, and in certain instances, violent crimes. Conversely, regions characterized by low population density often exhibit lower Horizon City crime rates. For instance, in Horizon City, the population density stands at 2254.4 people per square mile, diverging from the national average of 90.6 people per square mile.

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. Horizon City has a median home price of $119,600, 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.

Horizon City crime map



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

      • Horizon City crime rates are 58% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Horizon City are 62% lower than the national average
      • In Horizon City you have a 1 in 103 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Horizon City is safer than 68% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Horizon City has increased by 47%

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        Daily Crime In Horizon City (per 100,000 people)

        The graph above illustrates the number of daily crimes in Horizon City, TX per 100,000 people. In Horizon City, the total number of daily crimes is 2.81 times less than the Texas average and 2.39 times less than the national average. The number of daily violent crimes in Horizon City is 3.11 times less than the Texas average and 2.66 times less than the national average. With regards to property crimes, Horizon City has a daily crime rate that is 2.76 times less than the Texas average and 2.34 times less than the national average.

        How Safe is Horizon City (higher is better)

        When comparing the safety of Horizon City to every other city in Texas, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Horizon City safe? The gauges above illustrate that Horizon City is safer than 73% of every city located within Texas along with 68% 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, Horizon City, TX is ranked above average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Horizon City

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Horizon City is 1 in 719
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Horizon City is 1 in 120
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Horizon City is 1 in 103
        Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in Horizon City? In Horizon City, you have a 1 in 719 chance of falling victim to a violent crime, such as rape, robbery, assault, or even murder. In terms of property crime, your chances of being a victim are 1 in 120. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in Horizon City, TX is 1 in 103.

        Year Over Year Crime In Horizon City (per 100,000 people)

        The year over year crime rate per 100,000 people for Horizon City is an accurate tool for tracking the rise and fall of crime, and in determining if living in Horizon City has become safer or more dangerous. The year over year data displayed in the graph shows that violent crimes have increased by 6% in Horizon City, while property crimes in Horizon City have increased by 57%. Total crime has increased by 47% year over year.

        Horizon City police department

        Item Horizon City Texas National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)2546,020558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents1.43.03.3
        There are a total of 25 Horizon City police officers. This results in 1.4 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 52.3% less than the Texas average and 55.9% 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
        San Elizario, TX9,07940298337
        Socorro, TX34,329224740964
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        Homestead Meadows North, TX5,1214142,2022,616
        Sparks, TX3,8734492,3902,838
        Homestead Meadows South, TX6,1635332,8383,371
        Fabens, TX4,4625622,9923,554
        Horizon City, TX19,645139835974

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        Source: The Horizon City, 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.