88260 Zip Code, Lovington

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Lovington

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 103 / 300 High
Violent Crime 112
12% above national avg
Property Crime 102
2% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 88260 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 88260 in Lovington, NM has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 103, which is 3% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Lovington.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 124, 24% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 98).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 124 (24% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 98 (2% below avg)

88260 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
100 0% Average
Assault
109 +9% Moderate
Robbery
114 +14% Moderate
Rape
124 +24% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
98 -2% Average
Larceny / Theft
105 +5% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
103 +3% Moderate

88260 Crime Map

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88260 Demographics & Context

Population
16,315
Median Income
$60,002
Home Value
$97,787
Median Age
34
Pop. Density
18/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.2%
Graduate Degree 3.3%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 70.5%
Black 2.4%
Hispanic 65.2%
Asian 0.5%
88260 Crime Map
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Lovington Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 88260, Lovington?

Zip code 88260 in Lovington, NM has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 103, which is 3% above the national average. Zip code 88260 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lovington.

Is Zip code 88260 a safe neighborhood in Lovington?

Zip code 88260 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Lovington, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Rape (index: 124), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 98). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Lovington.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 88260?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 88260 is Rape, with a crime index of 124 (24% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 88260?

Zip code 88260 has a population of approximately 16,315. The median household income is $60,002. The median home value is $97,787. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 88260 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 88260's overall crime rate is 3% above the national average (index 103 vs 100). Within Lovington, 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.