87511 Zip Code, Alcalde

Last updated: May 8, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Alcalde

Summary: 87511 (Alcalde, NM) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 87511 in Alcalde, NM has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 73, which is 27% below the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Alcalde.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 8, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 73 / 300 High
Violent Crime 111
11% above national avg
Property Crime 130
30% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 87511 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 87511 in Alcalde, NM has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 73, which is 27% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Alcalde.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 150, 50% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 75).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 150 (50% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 75 (25% below avg)

87511 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Alcalde city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
101 +1% Moderate
Assault
75 -25% Low
Robbery
135 +35% Moderate
Rape
133 +33% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
101 +1% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
150 +50% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
138 +38% Moderate

87511 Crime Map

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87511 Demographics & Context

Population
1,557
Median Income
$52,512
Home Value
$155,000
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
173/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.7%
Graduate Degree 3%

Housing

74%
26%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 24%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 65.6%
Asian 0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 87511, Alcalde?

Zip code 87511 in Alcalde, NM has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 73, which is 27% below the national average. Zip code 87511 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Alcalde.

Is Zip code 87511 a safe neighborhood in Alcalde?

Zip code 87511 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Alcalde, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 150), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 75). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Alcalde.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 87511?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 87511 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 150 (50% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 87511?

Zip code 87511 has a population of approximately 1,557. The median household income is $52,512. The median home value is $155,000. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 87511 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 87511's overall crime rate is 27% below the national average (index 73 vs 100). Within Alcalde, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated May 2026.