El Cerro, NM has seen its fair share of crime in recent years. With a violent crime rate of 20.2, slightly lower than the national average of 22.7, it is clear that the town has not been immune to acts of violence. This is further reflected in the property crime rate of 23.6, which is also lower than the US average of 35.4. Despite these numbers, the community of El Cerro has been working tirelessly to combat crime and create a safer environment for its residents. Local law enforcement agencies have increased their presence and implemented various initiatives to address the issue. Additionally, community members have come together to create neighborhood watch programs and promote a sense of unity and vigilance. Despite the challenges, El Cerro is determined to overcome its crime rate and continue to be a thriving and secure community for its residents.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
El Cerro violent crime is 20.2. (The US average is 22.7)
El Cerro property crime is 23.6. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of El Cerro, New Mexico does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Peralta, New Mexico. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Peralta, New Mexico. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.