El Campo, TX Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The El Campo Police Department serves the city of El Campo, TX in Wharton County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,050 violent crimes and 1,895 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 165.3 per 100k residents, which is 55.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 206.6 per 100k, 26.3% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary 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 DAnnual Rate165.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,050 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate66.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents264 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate206.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,895 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate24.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents219 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate148.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,538 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate24.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents131 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 165.3 | D | 1050 | 106.2 | +55.6% |
| Property Crime | 206.6 | D | 1895 | 163.6 | +26.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 66.1 | F | 264 | 22.3 | +197.0% |
| Burglary | 24.8 | C | 219 | 24.0 | +3.2% |
| Larceny | 148.7 | D | 1538 | 116.4 | +27.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 24.8 | C | 131 | 22.2 | +11.8% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wharton | 14 miles | A 56.9 | C 159.2 | Violent: 65.6% lower Property: 22.9% lower |
| Bay City | 24 miles | D 162.3 | F 266.7 | Violent: 1.8% lower Property: 29.1% higher |
| Ganado | 25 miles | C 99.8 | A 49.9 | Violent: 39.6% lower Property: 75.9% lower |
| Edna | 27 miles | B 83.1 | A 66.5 | Violent: 49.7% lower Property: 67.8% lower |
| Columbus | 31 miles | D 134.3 | C 161.1 | Violent: 18.8% lower Property: 22.0% lower |