Moderately Safe · Population: 43,970
Las Cruces, New Mexico is a city with moderate safety levels, with a safety score of 65/100. The violent crime rate of 498.5 per 100K is above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 43,970, Las Cruces reported 219 violent crimes and 1,010 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 21.3 per 100K |
| Rape | 73.4 per 100K |
| Robbery | 132.4 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 271.3 per 100K |
| Burglary | 422.9 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,626.4 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 247.4 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 219 |
| Property Crimes | 1,009 |
| Total Crimes | 1,228 |
With a safety score of 65/100, Las Cruces is safer than the average US city. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 82% 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.