The small town of La Mesa, NM, zip code 88044, has been facing a concerning rise in crime rates in recent years. According to
, the town's violent crime rate is 37.8, significantly higher than the national average of 22.7. This means that residents of La Mesa are at a higher risk of experiencing violent crimes such as assault and robbery. Additionally, the property crime rate in La Mesa is reported to be 41, surpassing the national average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary and theft, which can greatly impact the sense of security and well-being of the community. While La Mesa may be a small town, the crime rates show that it is not immune to the issues that plague larger cities. It is important for residents and law enforcement to work together to address these concerns and create a safer environment for all.Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
La Mesa (zip 88044) violent crime is 37.8. (The US average is 22.7)
La Mesa (zip 88044) property crime is 41.0. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of La Mesa, New Mexico does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Mesilla, New Mexico. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Mesilla, New Mexico. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.