87529 Zip Code, El Prado

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in El Prado

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 117 / 300 High
Violent Crime 102
2% above national avg
Property Crime 87
13% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 87529 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 87529 in El Prado, NM has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in El Prado.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 127, 27% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 59).

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 127 (27% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 59 (41% below avg)

87529 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
127 +27% Moderate
Assault
83 -17% Average
Robbery
94 -6% Average
Rape
105 +5% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
119 +19% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
83 -17% Average
Vehicle Theft
59 -41% Low

87529 Crime Map

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87529 Demographics & Context

Population
4,355
Median Income
$51,106
Home Value
$426,990
Median Age
47
Pop. Density
41/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.3%
Graduate Degree 14.9%

Housing

64%
36%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 78.5%
Black 0.2%
Hispanic 53.2%
Asian 0.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 87529, El Prado?

Zip code 87529 in El Prado, NM has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average. Zip code 87529 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in El Prado.

Is Zip code 87529 a safe neighborhood in El Prado?

Zip code 87529 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in El Prado, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Murder (index: 127), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 59). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in El Prado.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 87529?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 87529 is Murder, with a crime index of 127 (27% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 87529?

Zip code 87529 has a population of approximately 4,355. The median household income is $51,106. The median home value is $426,990. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 87529 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 87529's overall crime rate is 17% above the national average (index 117 vs 100). Within El Prado, 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.