88340 Zip Code, Mescalero

Crime Rate & Statistics

D-

High crime area — exercise caution, especially at night

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Mescalero

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 172 / 300 High
Violent Crime 149
49% above national avg
Property Crime 116
16% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 88340 a Safe Zip Code?

No — this is a high-crime area. Zip code 88340 in Mescalero, NM has a safety grade of D-. The overall crime index is 172, which is 72% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Mescalero.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 184, 84% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 64). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 184 (84% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 64 (36% below avg)

88340 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
173 +73% High
Assault
167 +67% High
Robbery
73 -27% Low
Rape
184 +84% High
Property Crime
Burglary
109 +9% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
64 -36% Low
Vehicle Theft
174 +74% High

88340 Crime Map

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88340 Demographics & Context

Population
3,695
Median Income
$25,392
Home Value
$152,024
Median Age
30
Pop. Density
6/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.8%
Graduate Degree 3.3%

Housing

64%
36%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 6%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 13.3%
Asian 0.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 88340, Mescalero?

Zip code 88340 in Mescalero, NM has a crime safety grade of D- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 172, which is 72% above the national average. Zip code 88340 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Mescalero.

Is Zip code 88340 a safe neighborhood in Mescalero?

Zip code 88340 has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of D-. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Rape (index: 184), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 64). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Mescalero.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 88340?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 88340 is Rape, with a crime index of 184 (84% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 88340?

Zip code 88340 has a population of approximately 3,695. The median household income is $25,392. The median home value is $152,024. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 88340 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 88340's overall crime rate is 72% above the national average (index 172 vs 100). Within Mescalero, 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.