Located in the southwestern region of the United States, Salem, NM has a higher than average crime rate compared to the rest of the country. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in Salem is 27.6, which is significantly higher than the national average of 22.7. This can be attributed to a number of factors, including poverty, drug activity, and a lack of resources for law enforcement. Property crime is also a concern in Salem, with a rate of 31.9, slightly below the US average of 35.4. This type of crime includes burglary, theft, and vandalism. The high crime rate in Salem has caused concern among residents and local authorities are working to address the issue and make the community a safer place for all.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Salem violent crime is 27.6. (The US average is 22.7)
Salem property crime is 31.9. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Salem, New Mexico does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Hatch, New Mexico. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Hatch, New Mexico. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.