Las Cruces, NM is a city that has higher than average crime rates when compared to the national average. The violent crime rate in Las Cruces is 21.1 which is slightly lower than the US average of 22.7. However, the property crime rate for Las Cruces is significantly higher than the US average at 64.2 versus 35.4 respectively. This high rate of property crime makes Las Cruces an area with greater potential risk for individuals and businesses alike. It is important to be aware of these statistics and take appropriate measures to safeguard against criminal activity when living or visiting this area of New Mexico.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Las Cruces violent crime is 21.1. (The US average is 22.7)
Las Cruces property crime is 64.2. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.