87936 Zip Code, Garfield

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Garfield

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 139 / 300 High
Violent Crime 156
56% above national avg
Property Crime 100
0% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 87936 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 87936 in Garfield, NM has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 139, which is 39% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Garfield.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 180, 80% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 27). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 180 (80% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 27 (73% below avg)

87936 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
132 +32% Moderate
Assault
162 +62% High
Robbery
151 +51% High
Rape
180 +80% High
Property Crime
Burglary
131 +31% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
27 -73% Low
Vehicle Theft
143 +43% Moderate

87936 Crime Map

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87936 Demographics & Context

Population
1,041
Median Income
$34,707
Home Value
$116,275
Median Age
31
Pop. Density
24/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.9%
Graduate Degree 9%

Housing

69%
31%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 63.2%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 87.9%
Asian 0.6%
87936 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 87936, Garfield?

Zip code 87936 in Garfield, NM has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 139, which is 39% above the national average. Zip code 87936 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Garfield.

Is Zip code 87936 a safe neighborhood in Garfield?

Zip code 87936 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Garfield, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Rape (index: 180), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 27). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Garfield.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 87936?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 87936 is Rape, with a crime index of 180 (80% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 87936?

Zip code 87936 has a population of approximately 1,041. The median household income is $34,707. The median home value is $116,275. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 87936 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 87936's overall crime rate is 39% above the national average (index 139 vs 100). Within Garfield, 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.