The Carlsbad-Artesia, NM Metro Area has unfortunately seen a rise in crime rates in recent years. According to the latest data, the area's violent crime rate stands at 27.175, which is higher than the US average of 22.7. This means that residents and visitors of Carlsbad-Artesia are at a higher risk of experiencing violent crimes such as assault, robbery, and homicide. Additionally, the property crime rate in this area is 45.325, also higher than the national average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. This context serves as a reminder of the importance of staying vigilant and taking necessary precautions to ensure personal safety while in the Carlsbad-Artesia, NM Metro Area.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Carlsbad-Artesia Metro Area violent crime is 27.2. (The US average is 22.7)
Carlsbad-Artesia Metro Area property crime is 45.3. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Carlsbad-Artesia, New Mexico does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Rio Rancho, New Mexico. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.