87532 Zip Code, Espanola

Last updated: May 7, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Espanola

Summary: 87532 (Espanola, NM) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 87532 in Espanola, NM has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Espanola.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 7, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 127 / 300 High
Violent Crime 144
44% above national avg
Property Crime 149
49% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 87532 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 87532 in Espanola, NM has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Espanola.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 155, 55% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 128).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 155 (55% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 128 (28% above avg)

87532 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
136 +36% Moderate
Assault
128 +28% Moderate
Robbery
155 +55% High
Rape
155 +55% High
Property Crime
Burglary
141 +41% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
153 +53% High
Vehicle Theft
154 +54% High

87532 Crime Map

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87532 Demographics & Context

Population
18,063
Median Income
$45,826
Home Value
$312,353
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
150/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.8%
Graduate Degree 6.7%

Housing

63%
37%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 56.2%
Black 0.8%
Hispanic 80.6%
Asian 1.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 87532, Espanola?

Zip code 87532 in Espanola, NM has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average. Zip code 87532 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Espanola.

Is Zip code 87532 a safe neighborhood in Espanola?

Zip code 87532 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Espanola, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 155), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 128). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Espanola.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 87532?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 87532 is Robbery, with a crime index of 155 (55% 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 87532?

Zip code 87532 has a population of approximately 18,063. The median household income is $45,826. The median home value is $312,353. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 87532 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 87532's overall crime rate is 27% above the national average (index 127 vs 100). Within Espanola, 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.