88252 Zip Code, Jal

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Jal

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 122 / 300 High
Violent Crime 127
27% above national avg
Property Crime 82
18% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 88252 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 88252 in Jal, NM has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 122, which is 22% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Jal.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 156, 56% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 32). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 156 (56% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 32 (68% below avg)

88252 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
81 -19% Average
Assault
154 +54% High
Robbery
130 +30% Moderate
Rape
144 +44% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
156 +56% High
Larceny / Theft
32 -68% Low
Vehicle Theft
57 -43% Low

88252 Crime Map

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88252 Demographics & Context

Population
2,325
Median Income
$64,726
Home Value
$66,317
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
2/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 4%
Graduate Degree 4.9%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 84.3%
Black 1%
Hispanic 55.5%
Asian 0.2%
88252 Crime Map
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Jal Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 88252, Jal?

Zip code 88252 in Jal, NM has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 122, which is 22% above the national average. Zip code 88252 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Jal.

Is Zip code 88252 a safe neighborhood in Jal?

Zip code 88252 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Jal, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 156), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 32). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Jal.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 88252?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 88252 is Burglary, with a crime index of 156 (56% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 88252?

Zip code 88252 has a population of approximately 2,325. The median household income is $64,726. The median home value is $66,317. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 88252 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 88252's overall crime rate is 22% above the national average (index 122 vs 100). Within Jal, 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.