87008 Zip Code, Cedar Crest

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Cedar Crest

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 73 / 300 High
Violent Crime 123
23% above national avg
Property Crime 66
34% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 87008 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 87008 in Cedar Crest, NM has a safety grade of A. 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 Cedar Crest.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 179, 79% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 5). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 179 (79% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 5 (95% below avg)

87008 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
38 -62% Low
Assault
119 +19% Moderate
Robbery
174 +74% High
Rape
159 +59% High
Property Crime
Burglary
179 +79% High
Larceny / Theft
15 -85% Low
Vehicle Theft
5 -95% Low

87008 Crime Map

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87008 Demographics & Context

Population
2,803
Median Income
$104,752
Home Value
$402,587
Median Age
52
Pop. Density
99/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 23.2%
Graduate Degree 33.7%

Housing

87%
13%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 86.7%
Black 0.8%
Hispanic 20.3%
Asian 1.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 87008, Cedar Crest?

Zip code 87008 in Cedar Crest, NM has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 73, which is 27% below the national average. Zip code 87008 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Cedar Crest.

Is Zip code 87008 a safe neighborhood in Cedar Crest?

Zip code 87008 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Cedar Crest, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 179), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 5). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Cedar Crest.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 87008?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 87008 is Burglary, with a crime index of 179 (79% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 87008?

Zip code 87008 has a population of approximately 2,803. The median household income is $104,752. The median home value is $402,587. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 87008 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 87008's overall crime rate is 27% below the national average (index 73 vs 100). Within Cedar Crest, 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 April 2026.