Galveston, TX County has a lower violent crime rate than the US average of 22.7 with a rate of 16.9. However, the county has a higher property crime rate than the national average with 39 crimes per 100,000 people compared to 35.4 for the nation as a whole. Although the rates in Galveston County are higher than many other areas, there are still steps residents can take to ensure their safety and prevent criminal activity in their community. Residents should join their local Neighborhood Watch Program and report any suspicious activity to police or other appropriate authorities. They should also take steps to secure their homes and vehicles such as locking doors and windows, installing security systems, and using outdoor lighting at night. By taking these measures, residents can help reduce crime and increase safety in Galveston County.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Galveston County violent crime is 16.9. (The US average is 22.7)
Galveston County property crime is 39.0. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Galveston, Texas does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of League City, Texas. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of League City, Texas. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.