Tyler, TX Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Tyler Police Department serves the city of Tyler, TX in Smith County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 8,608 violent crimes and 14,249 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 140.8 per 100k residents, which is 32.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 143.5 per 100k, 12.3% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 14 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 Rate140.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents8,608 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate0.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents33 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate7.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents373 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate0.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents261 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate43.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,759 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate143.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents14,249 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate15.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,873 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate116.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents11,356 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate11.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,013 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 140.8 | D | 8608 | 106.2 | +32.5% |
| Property Crime | 143.5 | B | 14249 | 163.6 | -12.3% |
| Homicide | 0.9 | F | 33 | 0.5 | +68.9% |
| Rape | 7.2 | F | 373 | 3.5 | +104.2% |
| Robbery | 0.9 | A | 261 | 5.8 | -84.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 43.3 | F | 1759 | 22.3 | +94.6% |
| Burglary | 15.3 | A | 1873 | 24.0 | -36.2% |
| Larceny | 116.4 | C | 11356 | 116.4 | +0.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 11.7 | A | 1013 | 22.2 | -47.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 14 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 1 |
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 3 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arp | 3 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 101.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 29.2% lower |
| Lindale | 3 miles | A 43.1 | B 143.8 | Violent: 69.3% lower Property: 0.2% higher |
| Whitehouse | 3 miles | A 20.8 | A 20.8 | Violent: 85.2% lower Property: 85.5% lower |
| Mineola | 25 miles | B 78.5 | D 235.6 | Violent: 44.2% lower Property: 64.2% higher |
| White Oak | 29 miles | C 96.3 | A 96.3 | Violent: 31.6% lower Property: 32.9% lower |