Kountze, TX Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Kountze Police Department serves the city of Kountze, TX in Hardin County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 79 violent crimes and 138 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 177.2 per 100k residents, which is 66.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 44.3 per 100k, 72.9% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Property Crime had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate177.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents79 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate44.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents19 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate44.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents138 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 177.2 | F | 79 | 106.2 | +66.8% |
| Property Crime | 44.3 | A | 138 | 163.6 | -72.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 44.3 | F | 19 | 22.3 | +99.0% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sour Lake | 0 miles | C 108.5 | A 54.3 | Violent: 38.7% lower Property: 22.5% higher |
| Lumberton | 12 miles | C 105.2 | A 14.0 | Violent: 40.6% lower Property: 68.3% lower |
| Silsbee | 13 miles | A 43.9 | A 87.9 | Violent: 75.2% lower Property: 98.4% higher |
| Rose City | 25 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Liberty | 28 miles | B 79.5 | C 147.6 | Violent: 55.1% lower Property: 233.2% higher |