CityCheck
CitiesSafetyAskPlan
D

Is Marshall, Texas Safe?

Population 24,467 · Safer than 17% of US cities

Declining· 2023 FBI UCR data

Marshall has a crime problem that shows up in the data. The D safety grade reflects a violent crime rate close to the national average and an overall rate of 266.9 per 1,000 residents. Property crime makes up the majority of offenses, with theft at 1,803 per 100K.

Marshall Crime Rates vs State and National Averages

MetricMarshallTexas AvgNational Avg
Violent Crime Rate321.8315.6363.8
Property Crime Rate2347.02077.31,832.3
Murder Rate4.0--5.7
Assault Rate239.0--268.2
Theft Rate1803.0--1,401.5
Vehicle Theft Rate326.0--318.3

All rates per 100,000 residents. 2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report + Census Bureau population estimates.

Overall SafetyD

266.9 crimes per 1,000 residents

Violent CrimeC

322/100K (national avg: 364)

Property CrimeD-

2347/100K (national avg: 1,832)

Key Crime Statistics for Marshall

Violent crime in Marshall is close to the national average. The rate of 321.8 per 100K falls below the national 363.8.

Property crime is above the national average at 2347.0 per 100K vs. the national 1,832.3.

Theft is the most reported crime at 1,803 per 100K. The national average is 1,401.5.

Marshall Crime Breakdown by Category

Murder4
070% of avgAvg: 5.7
Assault239
089% of avgAvg: 268.2
Robbery68
01.1x national avgAvg: 63.3
Burglary410
01.5x national avgAvg: 269.8
Theft1,803
01.3x national avgAvg: 1,401.5
Vehicle Theft326
01.0x national avgAvg: 318.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. Vertical marker = national average.

How Marshall Compares

Violent Crime Rate (per 100K)

Marshall
321.8
State
315.6
National
363.8

Property Crime Rate (per 100K)

Marshall
2347.0
State
2077.3
National
1832.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. National averages from 2023 FBI UCR data.

Frequently Asked Questions About Marshall Safety

Is Marshall safe?
Not especially. Marshall earns a D with a crime rate of 266.9 per 1,000 residents, and violent crime runs close to the national average. Standard precautions apply, especially at night.
What is the crime rate in Marshall?
266.9 per 1,000 residents. That breaks down to a violent crime rate of 321.8 per 100,000 (the national average is 363.8) and property crime at 2347.0 per 100,000 (national average: 1832.3).
Is Marshall safe for tourists?
Exercise extra caution. Marshall's D grade reflects real risk, particularly for property crime. Theft (1,803 per 100K) is the biggest concern for visitors. Stay in well-lit, busy areas at night.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Marshall?
Neighborhood-level data varies, but suburban residential areas in Marshall generally report lower crime than downtown or commercial districts. For block-level detail, check the Marshall police department's crime map.
Is crime increasing in Marshall?
Yes, there's been an uptick. Marshall's crime rates have moved in the wrong direction recently, though the city still holds a D grade overall.
How does Marshall compare to other cities in Texas?
Below average for the state. Marshall ranks behind about 74% of Texas cities on safety, with property crime being the bigger issue at 1.3x the national rate.
How safe is Marshall to live in?
Worth factoring into your decision. Violent crime is close to the national average, which is encouraging. The upward trend in crime is concerning.
How bad is crime in Marshall?
Bad. A D grade and 266.9 per-thousand rate put Marshall below 83% of US cities. Violent crime at 322 per 100K is the core problem.
What is the violent crime rate in Marshall?
321.8 per 100,000, which is 12% below the national average of 363.8. That includes assault (239), robbery (68), and murder (4.0) per 100,000.

Nearby Cities in Texas

Similar-sized communities in Texas. Compare crime rates across the state.

C-
See crime rates in Benbrook24,279 pop · Grade C-
D+
See crime rates in Kingsville24,687 pop · Grade D+
C
See crime rates in Alton24,138 pop · Grade C
C
See crime rates in Boerne24,047 pop · Grade C
C+
See crime rates in San Benito24,980 pop · Grade C+
C
See crime rates in Terrell23,921 pop · Grade C
View all Texas city safety grades

Looking for things to do? See activities, events and places in Marshall

Get weekly safety updates for Marshall

Weekly crime trend updates and safety grade changes delivered to your inbox.

2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report data and Census Bureau population estimates. Safety grades calculated using national and state-level crime rate distributions. Not a substitute for local law enforcement guidance.

Know before you go

CityCheck covers safety grades, crime data, and things to do for every US city.

Explore cities