Harlingen, TX Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Harlingen Police Department serves the city of Harlingen, TX in Cameron County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 6,630 violent crimes and 11,910 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 156.5 per 100k residents, which is 47.3% above the national average. Property crime averages 222.1 per 100k, 35.8% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 4 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate156.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents6,630 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate5.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents265 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate16.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents882 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate222.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents11,910 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate16.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,630 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate173.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents9,564 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate29.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents665 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 156.5 | D | 6630 | 106.2 | +47.3% |
| Property Crime | 222.1 | D | 11910 | 163.6 | +35.8% |
| Robbery | 5.6 | C | 265 | 5.8 | -3.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 16.8 | B | 882 | 22.3 | -24.7% |
| Burglary | 16.8 | B | 1630 | 24.0 | -30.2% |
| Larceny | 173.2 | D | 9564 | 116.4 | +48.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 29.3 | D | 665 | 22.2 | +32.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Multiple Religions, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Combes | 0 miles | B 94.5 | C 189.1 | Violent: 39.6% lower Property: 14.9% lower |
| Primera | 0 miles | B 75.5 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 51.7% lower Property: N/A |
| Rio Hondo | 0 miles | A 44.2 | A 88.5 | Violent: 71.7% lower Property: 60.2% lower |
| San Benito | 0 miles | B 77.3 | F 362.1 | Violent: 50.6% lower Property: 63.0% higher |
| Santa Rosa | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 36.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 83.4% lower |