The crime rate in South Padre Island, TX is significantly higher than the US average. The violent crime rate is 77.9 compared to 22.7 nationally, and the property crime rate is 98 compared to 35.4 for the US as a whole. This means that residents and visitors to the area are more likely to be victims of crimes such as assault, robbery, burglary, and theft. Although there are police and security measures in place to help aid in safety, it's important that people take caution when spending time arounf South Padre Island or its surrounding areas.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
South Padre Island violent crime is 77.9. (The US average is 22.7)
South Padre Island property crime is 98.0. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.