In the past, we covered the safest cities in Texas, so it only seems right that we should talk about the most dangerous cities in Texas. We have so many quiet, peaceful communities in the Lone Star State; however, just like any other state, we also (sadly) have some dangerous cities in Texas where crime is much more common. Moving to a new city is a big deal, and the crime rate often plays a significant factor in whether you will plant your roots there or not.
We consulted Home Security Shield’s list of the most dangerous cities in Texas in order to give you the most accurate information possible. (We realize that many of you call these towns your home, and this list isn’t meant to bash any of them. Rather, it’s meant to bring factual information to everyone in Texas so that each person can make an informed decision about where to live. Without further ado, here are the worst places to live in Texas, according to reported crime rates.)
- Weslaco
Isaac Monter/Wikipedia Weslaco’s crime rate is about 87 per 1,000 residents. Your chances of becoming a victim of a crime here are one in 12, making it one of the worst places to live in Texas. Weslaco, TX, USA
- Texarkana
Billy Hathorn/Wikipedia This one might come as a surprise, but the crime rate here is 78 per 1,000 residents. This means that you have a one in 13 chance of becoming a victim of a crime in Texarkana. Texarkana, TX, USA
- Lufkin
Billy Hathorn/Wikipedia This one threw us for a loop as well, but according to the data, you have a one in 15 chance of becoming a victim of a crime in Lufkin. Lufkin, TX, USA
- Edinburg
Wikipedia/Danny20111993 With a population of just over 80,000, there are about 68 reported crimes per 1,000 residents here. Edinburg, TX, USA
- San Antonio
The Jacobin/Wikipedia While this is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Texas, it also unfortunately has a fairly high crime rate. You have a one in 15 chance of becoming a victim of a crime in San Antonio. San Antonio, TX, USA
- Lubbock
Redraiderengineer/Wikipedia Lubbock’s crime rate is about 61 per 1,000 residents. Lubbock, TX, USA
- Houston
Henry Han/Wikipedia It should come as no surprise that Houston made our list. Definitely among the most dangerous cities in Texas, violent crimes occur at a rate of about 10 per 1,000 residents, and property crimes much higher at 50 per 1,000 residents. Houston, TX, USA
- Beaumont
Wbband08/Wikipedia About 120,000 people live here, and the overall crime rate is 59 per 1,000 residents. Beaumont, TX, USA
- Paris
Photolitherland/Wikipedia We were shocked to see this town so high on the list, but with a population of just over 25,000, the crime rate is extremely high. You have a one in 17 chance of becoming a victim of a crime in Paris. Paris, TX, USA
- Corsicana
KamrenB Photography/Flickr The population here is also just over 24,000, but despite the small size, it’s one of the worst places to live in Texas, as there’s a one in 17 chance you will experience a crime here. Corsicana, TX, USA
Do you agree with our list – are these the worst cities in Texas? What other towns are among the dangerous cities in Texas? Which towns would you omit form this list? Share your thoughts with us!
Isaac Monter/Wikipedia
Weslaco’s crime rate is about 87 per 1,000 residents. Your chances of becoming a victim of a crime here are one in 12, making it one of the worst places to live in Texas.
Weslaco, TX, USA
Billy Hathorn/Wikipedia
This one might come as a surprise, but the crime rate here is 78 per 1,000 residents. This means that you have a one in 13 chance of becoming a victim of a crime in Texarkana.
Texarkana, TX, USA
This one threw us for a loop as well, but according to the data, you have a one in 15 chance of becoming a victim of a crime in Lufkin.
Lufkin, TX, USA
Wikipedia/Danny20111993
With a population of just over 80,000, there are about 68 reported crimes per 1,000 residents here.
Edinburg, TX, USA
The Jacobin/Wikipedia
While this is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Texas, it also unfortunately has a fairly high crime rate. You have a one in 15 chance of becoming a victim of a crime in San Antonio.
San Antonio, TX, USA
Redraiderengineer/Wikipedia
Lubbock’s crime rate is about 61 per 1,000 residents.
Lubbock, TX, USA
Henry Han/Wikipedia
It should come as no surprise that Houston made our list. Definitely among the most dangerous cities in Texas, violent crimes occur at a rate of about 10 per 1,000 residents, and property crimes much higher at 50 per 1,000 residents.
Houston, TX, USA
Wbband08/Wikipedia
About 120,000 people live here, and the overall crime rate is 59 per 1,000 residents.
Beaumont, TX, USA
Photolitherland/Wikipedia
We were shocked to see this town so high on the list, but with a population of just over 25,000, the crime rate is extremely high. You have a one in 17 chance of becoming a victim of a crime in Paris.
Paris, TX, USA
KamrenB Photography/Flickr
The population here is also just over 24,000, but despite the small size, it’s one of the worst places to live in Texas, as there’s a one in 17 chance you will experience a crime here.
Corsicana, TX, USA
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dangerous towns in Texas August 20, 2020 Jackie Ann What stereotypes are there about Texas? Every state has its fair share of stereotypes that they have to deal with, and Texas is no different. For starts, many believe that Texas is more rural than it actually is. While Texas certainly has a good amount of rural areas, Texas is a lot more urban than you would think, and many of the largest cities in Texas are bigger than some states in the country. When it comes to food, the stereotypes about BBQ and Tex-Mex are pretty accurate: they’re both prevalent, and they’re both delicious. Is Texas a great place to live? Absolutely! Texas is a wonderful place to live. So much so, that almost 30 million people call it home. You’ll have plenty of space in the country’s second largest state that’s 10% larger than France, and almost twice the size of Germany. With 10 climatic regions, 14 soil regions, and 11 ecological regions, you can bet that there’s a region of Texas that would be happy to have you. If you prefer bigger cities, then Houston, Dallas, or San Antonio is right up your alley. If you prefer the softer, more quiet side of Texas, check out Lockhart, Jefferson, Wimberley, or Terlingua. What is Texas known for? Texas is known for many things. When people think of Texas, cattle, BBQ, and Tex-Mex are probably the first few things that come to mind, and they are correct. Prior to World War II, cattle and bison were a major industry for Texas, and eventually created the image of the Texas cowboy we know and love. In addition for being known as the country’s second largest state, Texas is also known for petroleum, the Alamo, being the live music capital of the world, and also having some of the hottest weather in the country.
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dangerous towns in Texas
August 20, 2020
Jackie Ann
What stereotypes are there about Texas? Every state has its fair share of stereotypes that they have to deal with, and Texas is no different. For starts, many believe that Texas is more rural than it actually is. While Texas certainly has a good amount of rural areas, Texas is a lot more urban than you would think, and many of the largest cities in Texas are bigger than some states in the country. When it comes to food, the stereotypes about BBQ and Tex-Mex are pretty accurate: they’re both prevalent, and they’re both delicious. Is Texas a great place to live? Absolutely! Texas is a wonderful place to live. So much so, that almost 30 million people call it home. You’ll have plenty of space in the country’s second largest state that’s 10% larger than France, and almost twice the size of Germany. With 10 climatic regions, 14 soil regions, and 11 ecological regions, you can bet that there’s a region of Texas that would be happy to have you. If you prefer bigger cities, then Houston, Dallas, or San Antonio is right up your alley. If you prefer the softer, more quiet side of Texas, check out Lockhart, Jefferson, Wimberley, or Terlingua. What is Texas known for? Texas is known for many things. When people think of Texas, cattle, BBQ, and Tex-Mex are probably the first few things that come to mind, and they are correct. Prior to World War II, cattle and bison were a major industry for Texas, and eventually created the image of the Texas cowboy we know and love. In addition for being known as the country’s second largest state, Texas is also known for petroleum, the Alamo, being the live music capital of the world, and also having some of the hottest weather in the country.
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Every state has its fair share of stereotypes that they have to deal with, and Texas is no different. For starts, many believe that Texas is more rural than it actually is. While Texas certainly has a good amount of rural areas, Texas is a lot more urban than you would think, and many of the largest cities in Texas are bigger than some states in the country. When it comes to food, the stereotypes about BBQ and Tex-Mex are pretty accurate: they’re both prevalent, and they’re both delicious.
Is Texas a great place to live?
Absolutely! Texas is a wonderful place to live. So much so, that almost 30 million people call it home. You’ll have plenty of space in the country’s second largest state that’s 10% larger than France, and almost twice the size of Germany. With 10 climatic regions, 14 soil regions, and 11 ecological regions, you can bet that there’s a region of Texas that would be happy to have you. If you prefer bigger cities, then Houston, Dallas, or San Antonio is right up your alley. If you prefer the softer, more quiet side of Texas, check out Lockhart, Jefferson, Wimberley, or Terlingua.
What is Texas known for?
Texas is known for many things. When people think of Texas, cattle, BBQ, and Tex-Mex are probably the first few things that come to mind, and they are correct. Prior to World War II, cattle and bison were a major industry for Texas, and eventually created the image of the Texas cowboy we know and love. In addition for being known as the country’s second largest state, Texas is also known for petroleum, the Alamo, being the live music capital of the world, and also having some of the hottest weather in the country.
