87418 Zip Code, La Plata

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in La Plata

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 76 / 300 High
Violent Crime 127
27% above national avg
Property Crime 62
38% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 87418 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 87418 in La Plata, NM has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 76, which is 24% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in La Plata.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 178, 78% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 30). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 178 (78% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 30 (70% below avg)

87418 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
85 -15% Average
Assault
84 -16% Average
Robbery
178 +78% High
Rape
159 +59% High
Property Crime
Burglary
93 -7% Average
Larceny / Theft
64 -36% Low
Vehicle Theft
30 -70% Low

87418 Crime Map

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87418 Demographics & Context

Population
548
Median Income
$76,405
Home Value
$191,914
Median Age
37
Pop. Density
8/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.8%
Graduate Degree 3.7%

Housing

81%
19%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 73.4%
Black 0.6%
Hispanic 15.7%
Asian 0.8%
87418 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 87418, La Plata?

Zip code 87418 in La Plata, NM has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 76, which is 24% below the national average. Zip code 87418 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in La Plata.

Is Zip code 87418 a safe neighborhood in La Plata?

Zip code 87418 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in La Plata, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 178), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 30). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in La Plata.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 87418?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 87418 is Robbery, with a crime index of 178 (78% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 87418?

Zip code 87418 has a population of approximately 548. The median household income is $76,405. The median home value is $191,914. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 87418 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 87418's overall crime rate is 24% below the national average (index 76 vs 100). Within La Plata, 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.