88346 Zip Code, Ruidoso Downs

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Ruidoso Downs

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 120 / 300 High

Violent Crime 139

39% above national avg

Property Crime 155

55% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 88346 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 88346 in Ruidoso Downs, 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 Ruidoso Downs.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 167, 67% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 99).

Highest Risk

Robbery · Index 167 (67% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Assault · Index 99 (1% below avg)

88346 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Ruidoso Downs	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	146	+46%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	99	-1%	N/A	Average
Robbery	167	+67%	N/A	High
Rape	144	+44%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	152	+52%	N/A	High
Larceny / Theft	159	+59%	N/A	High
Vehicle Theft	154	+54%	N/A	High

88346 Crime Map

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88346 Demographics & Context

Population

3,259

Median Income

$47,982

Home Value

$146,543

Median Age

Pop. Density

37/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.2%

Graduate Degree 4.8%

Housing

62%

38%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 67.6%

Black 1%

Hispanic 49.2%

Asian 0.5%

88346 Crime Map

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Ruidoso Downs Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 88346, Ruidoso Downs?

Zip code 88346 in Ruidoso Downs, 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 88346 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Ruidoso Downs.

Is Zip code 88346 a safe neighborhood in Ruidoso Downs?

Zip code 88346 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Ruidoso Downs, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 167), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 99). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Ruidoso Downs.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 88346?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 88346 is Robbery, with a crime index of 167 (67% 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 88346?

Zip code 88346 has a population of approximately 3,259. The median household income is $47,982. The median home value is $146,543. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 88346 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 88346's overall crime rate is 20% above the national average (index 120 vs 100). Within Ruidoso Downs, 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.