87043 Zip Code, Placitas

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Placitas

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 120 / 300 High
Violent Crime 112
12% above national avg
Property Crime 56
44% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 87043 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 87043 in Placitas, NM has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Placitas.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 131, 31% above average), while larceny / 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 131 (31% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 30 (70% below avg)

87043 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
105 +5% Moderate
Assault
104 +4% Moderate
Robbery
131 +31% Moderate
Rape
108 +8% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
108 +8% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
30 -70% Low
Vehicle Theft
31 -69% Low

87043 Crime Map

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87043 Demographics & Context

Population
5,242
Median Income
$95,815
Home Value
$593,326
Median Age
54
Pop. Density
60/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 21.5%
Graduate Degree 25.7%

Housing

91%
9%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 73.8%
Black 0.9%
Hispanic 20.2%
Asian 0.8%
87043 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 87043, Placitas?

Zip code 87043 in Placitas, NM has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average. Zip code 87043 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Placitas.

Is Zip code 87043 a safe neighborhood in Placitas?

Zip code 87043 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Placitas, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 131), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 30). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Placitas.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 87043?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 87043 is Robbery, with a crime index of 131 (31% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 87043?

Zip code 87043 has a population of approximately 5,242. The median household income is $95,815. The median home value is $593,326. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 87043 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 87043's overall crime rate is 20% above the national average (index 120 vs 100). Within Placitas, 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.