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31%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
14%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
34%
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 peopleLaredo/100k peopleTexas/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime4,117n/a (estimate)1,6022,7322,324
Murder12n/a4.76.76.3
Rape67n/a26.150.040.0
Robbery130n/a50.670.566.1
Assault605n/a235.4304.7268.2
Violent crime814n/a (estimate)317432370
Burglary404n/a157.2334.3269.8
Theft2,621n/a1,020.01,634.41,401.9
Vehicle theft278n/a108.2331.2282.7
Property crime3,303n/a (estimate)1,2852,3001,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Laredo, TX

The Laredo crime rates are 31.1% lower than the national average. There are two main categories of crime - violent crime and property crime. Violent crime consists of murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. There were a total of 814 violent crimes in Laredo (317 per 100,000 people), which is 14.3% lower than the national average and there were a total of 3303 property crimes (1285 per 100,000 residents) which is 34.2% lower than average.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Laredo?

What do the local residents think about crime in Laredo? Well, based on a recent survey of 47 people (conducted by AreaVibes), 51% of Laredo residents said that there was virtually no crime and that they felt safe walking at night. Another 49% of respondents said that there was too much crime in the area and they did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Laredo a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Laredo 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. Laredo has a total crime rate that is 31% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 11.28 daily crimes (2.23 violent daily crimes and 9.05 daily property crimes) in Laredo.

Has Crime in Laredo Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows residents and potential residents to assess the crime in Laredo. A decrease in crime rates may indicate improving safety, while an increase could raise concerns. The year-over-year crime rate in Laredo has increased by 3.8%. Violent crimes have increased by 1.6%, while property crimes have increased by 4.4%. 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.

Potential Causes for Crime in Laredo

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. Laredo, for instance, reports an unemployment rate of 3.4%, 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 Laredo crime rates. For instance, in Laredo, the population density stands at 2439.3 people per square mile, diverging from the national average of 90.6 people per square mile.

In Laredo, 62.4% of residents have successfully graduated from high school, whereas the national average stands at 83%. The educational makeup of any city can exert a significant influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of educational attainment are associated with reduced crime rates, as they furnish individuals with improved employment prospects and viable alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, communities characterized by lower educational achievement often grapple with higher crime rates, as limited opportunities may drive individuals towards criminal behavior.

Laredo crime map



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

  • Laredo crime rates are 31% lower than the national average
  • Violent crimes in Laredo are 14% lower than the national average
  • In Laredo you have a 1 in 63 chance of becoming a victim of crime
  • Laredo is safer than 40% of the cities in the United States
  • Year over year crime in Laredo has increased by 8%

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        Daily Crime In Laredo (per 100,000 people)

        The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Laredo, Texas is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Laredo are 1.71 times less than the Texas average and 1.45 times less than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Laredo are 1.36 times less than than Texas and 1.17 times less than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Laredo are 1.79 times less than than Texas and 1.52 times less than the national average.

        How Safe is Laredo (higher is better)

        Is Laredo 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 Laredo to other cities in the state and across the country, Laredo is 38% safer than other cities of Texas and 40% safer than other cities in the nation. Laredo has a ranks below average in comparison to other cities in the country.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Laredo

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Laredo is 1 in 316
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Laredo is 1 in 78
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Laredo is 1 in 63
        Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Laredo? If you reside in Laredo, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 316. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 78 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 Laredo, is 1 in 63.

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

        A good indicator of whether Laredo 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 Laredo has increased by 5%, while the property crime rate in Laredo has increased by 8% year over year. The number of total crimes in Laredo has increased by 8% year over year.

        Laredo police department

        Item Laredo Texas National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)51346,020558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents2.13.03.3
        There are a total of 513 Laredo police officers. This results in 2.1 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 30.5% less than the Texas average and 35.7% 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.

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        Ranchos Penitas West, TX7592421,2901,533
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        La Presa, TX2495993,1893,788
        Pueblo Nuevo, TX7216983,7174,415
        Laredo, TX260,5713171,2851,602

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        Laredo, TX260,5713171,2851,602
        Source: The Laredo, 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.