87701 Zip Code, Las Vegas

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Las Vegas

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 128 / 300 High
Violent Crime 134
34% above national avg
Property Crime 136
36% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 87701 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 87701 in Las Vegas, NM has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Las Vegas.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 143, 43% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 125).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 143 (43% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 125 (25% above avg)

87701 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
137 +37% Moderate
Assault
125 +25% Moderate
Robbery
136 +36% Moderate
Rape
138 +38% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
127 +27% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
143 +43% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
138 +38% Moderate

87701 Crime Map

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87701 Demographics & Context

Population
18,249
Median Income
$34,376
Home Value
$177,038
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
10/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.4%
Graduate Degree 9.2%

Housing

68%
32%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 55.9%
Black 2.5%
Hispanic 79.7%
Asian 1.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 87701, Las Vegas?

Zip code 87701 in Las Vegas, NM has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average. Zip code 87701 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Las Vegas.

Is Zip code 87701 a safe neighborhood in Las Vegas?

Zip code 87701 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Las Vegas, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 143), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 125). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Las Vegas.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 87701?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 87701 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 143 (43% 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 87701?

Zip code 87701 has a population of approximately 18,249. The median household income is $34,376. The median home value is $177,038. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 87701 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 87701's overall crime rate is 28% above the national average (index 128 vs 100). Within Las Vegas, 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.