Chamisal, NM has been struggling with a high crime rate, particularly in the areas of violent and property crime. With a rate of 26.8, violent crime in Chamisal is higher than the national average of 22.7. This means that residents of Chamisal are more likely to be victims of crimes such as assault, robbery, and homicide. The town also experiences a property crime rate of 32, slightly lower than the national average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as theft, burglary, and vehicle theft. The context of this high crime rate could be attributed to various factors, such as poverty, drug trafficking, and gang activity. However, the community and local authorities are working to address these issues and improve the safety and security of Chamisal for its residents.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Chamisal violent crime is 26.8. (The US average is 22.7)
Chamisal property crime is 32.0. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Chamisal, New Mexico does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Taos, New Mexico. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Taos, New Mexico. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.