Below Average · Population: 560,000
Albuquerque, New Mexico is a city with above-average crime rates, with a safety score of 32/100. The violent crime rate of 1,369.9 per 100K is significantly above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 560,000, Albuquerque reported 7,671 violent crimes and 22,679 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 36.4 per 100K |
| Rape | 83.5 per 100K |
| Robbery | 319.6 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 930.4 per 100K |
| Burglary | 794.4 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 2,304.5 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 951 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 7,671 |
| Property Crimes | 22,679 |
| Total Crimes | 30,350 |
With a safety score of 32/100, Albuquerque has higher crime rates than the national average. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 75% of all reported crimes.
Our team analyzes data from FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program to deliver accurate, up-to-date information. All data is verified and cross-referenced with official sources.