Sunland Park, NM Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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51%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

24%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

65%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Sunland Park_{/100k people}	New Mexico_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	198	n/a (estimate)	1,135	3,765	2,324
Murder	1	n/a	5.7	12.0	6.3
Rape	3	n/a	17.2	54.6	40.0
Robbery	1	n/a	5.7	110.6	66.1
Assault	75	n/a	430.0	603.3	268.2
Violent crime	80	n/a (estimate)	459	781	370
Burglary	27	n/a	154.8	604.0	269.8
Theft	71	n/a	407.1	1,838.4	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	20	n/a	114.7	541.7	282.7
Property crime	118	n/a (estimate)	677	2,984	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Sunland Park, NM

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Sunland Park crime rate is 51.2% lower than the national average. These incidents are classified into two primary categories: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes include assault, robbery, rape and murder. Whereas property crimes encompass theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In the case of Sunland Park, there were 80 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 459 per 100,000 individuals, 24% higher than the national average. Additionally, Sunland Park recorded 118 property crimes, amounting to 677 per 100,000 residents, 65.4% lower than the U.S. average.

Property crime rates per 100,000 people have declined steadily since 1990, but did see a slight increase in recent years. Based on the most recent crime data, Sunland Park has a property crime rate of 677 crimes per 100,000 people, which is far below the national average of 1954. This is a good indicator that Sunland Park is a safe place to live.

Is Sunland Park a Safe Place to Live?

Is Sunland Park a safe place to live? While the answer may not be straightforward due to variations in safety levels across the city, gaining an understanding of the overall crime rate can prove to be advantageous. In general, Sunland Park has a crime rate that is lower than the national average by 51%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 0.54 daily incidents, encompassing 0.22 violent crimes and 0.32 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Sunland Park as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in Sunland Park Increased Since Last Year?

Examining year-over-year crime data provides insights into short-term trends with regards to the crime activity in Sunland Park. This analysis involves comparing crime rates from one year to the next, enabling the identification of patterns and fluctuations in crime. Such information proves invaluable to residents seeking to make well-informed decisions about their choice of residence. In the most recent year, compared to the previous one, total crime in Sunland Park has increased by 11.9%. Specifically, violent crime has increased by 9.6%, while property crime has increased by 13.5%. This data empowers individuals with a clearer understanding of the evolving safety landscape in Sunland Park.

Potential Causes for Crime in Sunland Park

In areas where employment options are limited or where a significant proportion of jobs offer meager wages, the likelihood of heightened unemployment and homelessness increases. Regions facing challenges related to unemployment or inadequate income may become more vulnerable to a surge in crime stemming from economic instability. While low unemployment rates tend to lead to reduced crime in most areas. Sunland Park currently has an unemployment rate of 3.1%, contrasting with the national average of 4.7%. This could be one of many factors that could contribute to a higher or lower crime rate.

The effectiveness of law enforcement and community policing initiatives can influence crime rates. A strong and collaborative relationship between the police and the community can deter criminal activity and improve safety. In Sunland Park, there are 3.33 police officers and civilians per 1,000 residents, compared to the national average of 3.25. The effectiveness of law enforcement often depends on community policing strategies that emphasize building trust and cooperation between the police and the community. It's not just about the number of officers but also how they engage with the community.

High rental costs can limit economic mobility, making it difficult for individuals to save money, invest in education, or access better job opportunities. This can perpetuate a cycle of poverty and increase the risk of involvement in criminal activities. In summary, high rental costs can create economic challenges, overcrowding, and neighborhood dynamics that may increase the likelihood of certain types of crime, particularly property crimes. In Sunland Park, the average rental rates are $573 per month, compared to the national average of $949.

Sunland Park crime map

The Sunland Park crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Sunland Park as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Sunland Park crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Sunland Park crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.

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Crime Quick Facts

Sunland Park crime rates are 51% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Sunland Park are 24% higher than the national average
In Sunland Park you have a 1 in 89 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Sunland Park is safer than 34% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Sunland Park has increased by 21%

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Daily Crime In Sunland Park (per 100,000 people)

The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Sunland Park, New Mexico is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Sunland Park are 3.32 times less than the New Mexico average and 2.05 times less than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Sunland Park are 1.70 times less than than New Mexico and 1.24 times more than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Sunland Park are 4.41 times less than than New Mexico and 2.89 times less than the national average.

How Safe is Sunland Park (higher is better)

How safe is Sunland Park, New Mexico compared to other cities in New Mexico and the rest of the cities across the United States? The graphs above show that Sunland Park is safer than 52% of the cities in New Mexico and 34% of the cities in the United States. These results are calculated by analyzing all cities in New Mexico and across the US as a whole and determining how many areas have a lower crime rate than Sunland Park. Overall, Sunland Park is ranked below average compared to all other cities across the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Sunland Park

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Sunland Park is 1 in 219

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Sunland Park is 1 in 148

The chance of being a victim of crime in Sunland Park is 1 in 89

Are you at risk of becoming a victim of crime in Sunland Park, New Mexico? If you reside in Sunland Park, then there is a 1 in 219 chance that you will experience a violent crime. These types of crimes may include homicide, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. Your risk of being a victim of property crime is 1 in 148. These types of crime include burglary, petty theft, and theft of motor vehicles. Altogether, there is a 1 in 89 risk that you will become a victim of crime in Sunland Park.

Year Over Year Crime In Sunland Park (per 100,000 people)

An analysis of year to year crime rates in Sunland Park, New Mexico (per 100,000 people) is a useful indicator of whether the area is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live. The amount of violent crime in Sunland Park has increased by 19%, the amount of property crime in Sunland Park has increased by 23%, and the total amount of crime in Sunland Park has increased by 21% year over year.

Sunland Park police department

Item	Sunland Park	New Mexico	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	48	3,705	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	3.3	4.4	3.3

There are a total of 48 Sunland Park police officers. This results in 3.3 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 24.5% less than the New Mexico average and 2.3% greater than the National average.

Sex offenders in New Mexico

State	Total offenders	New Mexico_/100K	National_/100K
New Mexico	3,129	155	266

There are a total of 3,129 sex offenders in New Mexico. This yields a total of 155 sex offenders in New Mexico per 100,000 residents which is 42% less than the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Anthony, NM	9,283	185	637	823
Prado Verde, TX	359	181	963	1,144
Anthony, TX	5,210	246	1,092	1,338
Vinton, TX	1,692	225	1,196	1,421
El Paso, TX	679,879	313	1,379	1,692
La Union, NM	907	416	1,592	2,008
Santa Teresa, NM	6,553	579	2,217	2,796
Sunland Park, NM	17,581	459	677	1,135

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Tinton Falls, NJ	17,584	97	946	1,043
Kingstowne, VA	17,585	95	692	787
Cinco Ranch, TX	17,588	176	938	1,115
Greenfield, CA	17,565	428	981	1,409
Dumont, NJ	17,598	38	335	372
Sunland Park, NM	17,581	459	677	1,135

Source: The Sunland Park, NM crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.