88317 Zip Code, Cloudcroft

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Cloudcroft

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 173 / 300 High
Violent Crime 114
14% above national avg
Property Crime 91
9% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 88317 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 88317 in Cloudcroft, NM has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 173, which is 73% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Cloudcroft.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 172, 72% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 38). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 172 (72% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 38 (62% below avg)

88317 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
76 -24% Low
Assault
172 +72% High
Robbery
103 +3% Moderate
Rape
104 +4% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
171 +71% High
Larceny / Theft
64 -36% Low
Vehicle Theft
38 -62% Low

88317 Crime Map

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88317 Demographics & Context

Population
2,578
Median Income
$55,070
Home Value
$179,748
Median Age
52
Pop. Density
5/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18.6%
Graduate Degree 16.2%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 84.7%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 20.7%
Asian 0.5%
88317 Crime Map
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Cloudcroft Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 88317, Cloudcroft?

Zip code 88317 in Cloudcroft, NM has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 173, which is 73% above the national average. Zip code 88317 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Cloudcroft.

Is Zip code 88317 a safe neighborhood in Cloudcroft?

Zip code 88317 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Cloudcroft, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 172), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 38). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Cloudcroft.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 88317?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 88317 is Assault, with a crime index of 172 (72% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 88317?

Zip code 88317 has a population of approximately 2,578. The median household income is $55,070. The median home value is $179,748. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 88317 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 88317's overall crime rate is 73% above the national average (index 173 vs 100). Within Cloudcroft, 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.