Farmington, NM Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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49%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

189%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

22%

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}	Farmington_{/100k people}	New Mexico_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	1,598	n/a (estimate)	3,455	3,765	2,324
Murder	4	n/a	8.6	12.0	6.3
Rape	78	n/a	168.7	54.6	40.0
Robbery	29	n/a	62.7	110.6	66.1
Assault	384	n/a	830.3	603.3	268.2
Violent crime	495	n/a (estimate)	1,070	781	370
Burglary	164	n/a	354.6	604.0	269.8
Theft	818	n/a	1,768.7	1,838.4	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	121	n/a	261.6	541.7	282.7
Property crime	1,103	n/a (estimate)	2,385	2,984	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Farmington, NM

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in Farmington is 48.7% higher than the national average. Specifically, there were 495 violent crimes reported in Farmington, equivalent to 1070 per 100,000 residents, which is higher than the national average by 189.4%. Additionally, Farmington recorded 1103 property crimes, amounting to 2385 per 100,000 people, higher than the national average by 22%.

Farmington has gained notoriety as one of the most dangerous cities in the United States, given its alarming violent crime rate of 1070 crimes per 100,000 people. In fact, Farmington falls within the lowest 10% among cities reporting violent crimes last year, resulting in a concerning 1 in 94 likelihood of experiencing a violent crime. It's important to note that safety levels may vary across different areas within the city, and this statistic doesn't necessarily reflect the entire city's situation regarding violent crime.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Farmington?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Farmington. Based on the results of the surveys (58 responses), 45% of people felt that there was very little crime in Farmington and felt safe walking alone at night. While 55% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Farmington a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in Farmington, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. Farmington presents a total crime rate that is 49% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, Farmington experiences an average of 4.38 daily crimes, comprising 1.36 violent incidents and 3.02 property-related offenses. This evaluation offers a comprehensive understanding of the safety landscape, aiding individuals in making informed decisions when considering relocation.

Has Crime in Farmington Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in Farmington has increased by 0.3%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of Farmington, aiding residents in assessing whether it is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. These crime rates are categorized into two primary groups: violent and property crimes. Year-over-year, violent crime has decreased by 0.4%, while property crime has increased by 0.6%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not Farmington is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in Farmington

Farmington has a population density of 1304.9 people per square mile, while with the national average is 90.6 people per square mile. Cities characterized by high population density are frequently larger urban centers offering diverse economic prospects. Within these areas, income inequality may be accentuated, resulting in the coexistence of poverty and affluence. Such economic disparities can contribute to elevated property crimes and on occasion, violent crimes. Conversely, areas with low population density generally record lower Farmington crime rates.

The impact of law enforcement and community policing efforts plays a crucial role in shaping crime rates in any city. A robust and cooperative bond between law enforcement and the community can serve as a deterrent to criminal activities, enhancing overall safety. In Farmington, the ratio of police officers and civilians per 1,000 residents stands at 3.24, differing from the national average of 3.25. Effective law enforcement hinges not solely on officer numbers but also on the manner in which they interact and collaborate with the community. Building trust and cooperation are central tenets of community policing, amplifying its influence on crime prevention.

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 Farmington, the average rental rates are $892 per month, compared to the national average of $949.

Farmington crime map

The Farmington crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Farmington 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 Farmington crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Farmington 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

Farmington crime rates are 49% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Farmington are 189% higher than the national average
In Farmington you have a 1 in 29 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Farmington is safer than 4% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Farmington has decreased by 5%

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Daily Crime In Farmington (per 100,000 people)

The above illustration depicts the number of crimes committed daily in Farmington, per 100,000 residents. In Farmington, the total number of daily crimes is 1.09 times less than the New Mexico average and 1.49 times more than the national average. Violent daily crime statistics in Farmington are 1.37 times more than the New Mexico average and 2.89 times more than the national average. For property crime, Farmington has a daily crime rate that is 1.25 times less than the New Mexico average and 1.22 times more than the daily national average.

How Safe is Farmington (higher is better)

Is Farmington safe in comparison to other cities in the state of New Mexico as well as in comparison to the rest of the areas across the United States. Using the gauges above, which compare crime in Farmington to other cities in the state and across the country, Farmington is 10% safer than other cities of New Mexico and 4% safer than other cities in the nation. Farmington has a ranks below average in comparison to other cities in the country.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Farmington

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Farmington is 1 in 94

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Farmington is 1 in 42

The chance of being a victim of crime in Farmington is 1 in 29

How likely are you to become a victim of crime? In Farmington, New Mexico you have a 1 in 94 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery and assault. With regards to property crime, you have a 1 in 42 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 29 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Farmington.

Year Over Year Crime In Farmington (per 100,000 people)

Determining whether Farmington is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Farmington violent crime rates have decreased by 5%. At the same time, property crime has decreased by 4% year over year. Total crimes for Farmington has decreased by 5% in the same time frame.

Farmington police department

Item	Farmington	New Mexico	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	147	3,705	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	3.2	4.4	3.3

There are a total of 147 Farmington police officers. This results in 3.2 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 26.4% less than the New Mexico average and 0.3% less 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}
Flora Vista, NM	2,187	233	892	1,125
Waterflow, NM	1,552	257	982	1,239
Spencerville, NM	1,592	290	1,109	1,399
West Hammond, NM	2,738	310	1,186	1,496
La Plata, NM	2,078	328	1,256	1,584
Aztec, NM	6,467	473	1,370	1,843
Upper Fruitland, NM	1,601	417	1,593	2,010
Farmington, NM	44,967	1,070	2,385	3,455

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Oakland Park, FL	44,950	299	1,808	2,107
Danville, CA	44,933	33	678	710
Attleboro, MA	45,023	251	1,078	1,329
Winter Garden, FL	44,888	214	1,293	1,507
Plainfield, IL	44,857	80	676	756
Farmington, NM	44,967	1,070	2,385	3,455

Source: The Farmington, 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.