Elgin, TX has a lower rate of violent crime compared to the national average, with a rate of 19.7 per 1,000 residents. This is below the US average of 22.7, making it a relatively safe community in terms of violent crime. However, property crime in Elgin is slightly higher than the national average, with a rate of 32.2 per 1,000 residents compared to the US average of 35.4. This means that while the community may have a lower risk of physical harm, residents should still take precautions to protect their belongings from theft or vandalism. Overall, Elgin's crime rates are relatively low, making it a peaceful and safe place to live.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Elgin violent crime is 19.7. (The US average is 22.7)
Elgin property crime is 32.2. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.