The City of McAllen ranks among the nation’s safer cities, placing No. 72 out of 315 U.S. cities and No. 14 in Texas in MoneyGeek’s 2026 analysis of the safest and most dangerous cities in America.
“Keeping McAllen safe is one of our most important responsibilities, and we must never stop working to make our community safer for everyone. I congratulate City Manager Isaac Tawil, Police Chief Victor Rodriguez and the men and women of the McAllen Police Department for their continued work to strengthen public satety. This recognition reflects the progress we’ve made, but our work is never done. Every person who lives, works, or visits McAllen deserves to feel safe, and that will always remain a priority for our city,’ said Mayor Javier Villalobos.
McAllen Police Chief Victor Rodriguez said the recognition reflects the department’s continued commitment to proactive policing, community engagement, and crime prevention. “Our officers and professional staff work every day to keep McAllen safe, and this recognition is a reflection of that commitment.” “We are grateful to the residents of McAllen who partner with us by reporting concerns, staying engaged with their neighborhoods and working alongside our department. Public safety is a shared responsibility, and our goal is to continue building on the progress we have made.”
According to MoneyGeek, the 2026 analysis included 315 cities nationwide and was based on the latest available FBI city-level crime data which was submitted by more than 16,000 law enforcement agencies representing approximately 95.6% of the U.S. population.
CITY OF MCALLEN RECORDS LOWEST CRIME IN FOUR DECADES, CRIMINAL RATE DROPS 21.4%
The City of McAllen continues to see significant progress in public safety, with the latest Texas Department of Public Safety (TX DPS) Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) data showing a 21.4% decrease in crime volume in 2025 compared to 2024.
The Texas UCR Program provides a standardized method for collecting and analyzing crime data across jurisdictions, including violent crimes, property crimes, arson, and human trafficking offenses.
According to the newly released 2025 Crime by Jurisdiction statistics, McAllen recorded its lowest crime levels in 40 years, reflecting continued collaboration between law enforcement and the community.
Their collective efforts have produced these crime reductions:
• At the end of 2025, McAllen’s Crime Volume decreased 20.4%.
• At the end of 2025, McAllen’s Crime Rate decreased 21.4%.
• At the end of 2025, McAllen recorded its lowest crime in the last forty (40) years; and
• The City of McAllen has reduced crime approximately 81.4% from its crime high of 1995.
“Public safety is a shared responsibility and a cornerstone of a thriving city. Through the dedication of our police officers, the support of City departments and employees, and continued investment in technology, training and community partnerships, we are working together to strengthen McAllen’s economic vitality, support continued growth and ensure our city remains a destination for residents, businesses and visitors,” said City Manager Isaac J. Tawil.
