Mercedes, TX Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Mercedes Police Department serves the city of Mercedes, TX in Hidalgo County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,989 violent crimes and 2,640 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 194.7 per 100k residents, which is 83.3% above the national average. Property crime averages 289.1 per 100k, 76.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 6 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 FAnnual Rate194.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,989 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate5.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents57 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate29.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents344 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate289.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,640 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate253.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,173 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate35.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents184 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 194.7 | F | 1989 | 106.2 | +83.3% |
| Property Crime | 289.1 | F | 2640 | 163.6 | +76.7% |
| Rape | 5.9 | F | 57 | 3.5 | +66.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 29.5 | D | 344 | 22.3 | +32.5% |
| Larceny | 253.7 | F | 2173 | 116.4 | +118.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 35.4 | D | 184 | 22.2 | +59.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 6 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Sikh | 4 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weslaco | 4 miles | F 264.7 | F 304.1 | Violent: 35.9% higher Property: 5.2% higher |
| La Feria | 6 miles | C 117.8 | A 103.1 | Violent: 39.5% lower Property: 64.3% lower |
| Donna | 9 miles | F 238.5 | F 447.3 | Violent: 22.5% higher Property: 54.7% higher |
| Palm Valley | 10 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Alamo | 13 miles | C 96.9 | F 324.6 | Violent: 50.2% lower Property: 12.3% higher |