Terrell County Crime & Safety

Terrell County, Texas

Safety Score

98/100

Higher = safer

Safety Rating

Safe

Total Crime Rate

0.0

per 100K population

Crime Statistics

Violent Crime Rate

0.0

per 100K population

National avg 380.7

Property Crime Rate

0.0

per 100K population

National avg 1954.4

Safety Score

98/100

Higher = safer

State avg 47/100

State Safety Rank

#11

of 254 counties (1 = safest)

Data Story

About Crime & Safety in Terrell County, Texas

Terrell County Reports Perfect Safety Score

Terrell County currently shows a total crime rate of 0.0 per 100,000 residents, earning a perfect safety score of 100.0. This contrasts sharply with the national total crime rate of 2,385.5.

Safest Profile in the State

With a safety score of 100.0, Terrell County ranks at the top of Texas counties for reported safety. The county's data shows no reported crimes, whereas the state average crime rate is 2,052.5.

Data From a Single Agency

Terrell's zero-crime report is identical to Stonewall County's, but residents should note both rely on a single reporting agency. This means the data is highly specific and may not capture every minor incident in the region.

No Reported Violent or Property Crimes

Both violent and property crime rates remain at 0.0 per 100,000 residents for the 2022 year. This statistical absence of crime suggests an exceptionally quiet environment for the local population.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Terrell County, TX?

Terrell County has a total crime rate of 0.0 per 100,000 residents, based on FBI Uniform Crime Reporting data. This includes both violent crimes (0.0 per 100K) and property crimes (0.0 per 100K).

Is Terrell County, TX safe?

Terrell County has a safety score of 98/100, rated "Safe". A higher safety score indicates lower crime rates relative to other counties nationwide. It ranks #11 out of 254 counties in Texas for safety (1 = safest).

How does Terrell County crime compare to the Texas average?

With a safety score of 100.0, Terrell County ranks at the top of Texas counties for reported safety. The county's data shows no reported crimes, whereas the state average crime rate is 2,052.5.

What types of crime are most common in Terrell County?

Both violent and property crime rates remain at 0.0 per 100,000 residents for the 2022 year. This statistical absence of crime suggests an exceptionally quiet environment for the local population.

How is crime data measured and reported for Terrell County?

Crime data for Terrell County comes from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program. Local law enforcement agencies submit data on violent crimes (murder, rape, robbery, aggravated assault) and property crimes (burglary, larceny-theft, motor vehicle theft) to the FBI. Rates are calculated per 100,000 residents to allow fair comparison between counties of different sizes. The safety score (0-100) is derived from these rates, with higher scores indicating safer counties.

Why is Terrell County safer than the Texas average?

Terrell County has a safety score of 98/100, which is above the Texas average of 47/100. Factors such as local law enforcement effectiveness, community programs, socioeconomic conditions, and population density all contribute to lower crime rates in certain counties.