87047 Zip Code, Sandia Park

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sandia Park

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 70 / 300 High
Violent Crime 94
6% below national avg
Property Crime 34
66% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 87047 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 87047 in Sandia Park, NM has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 70, which is 30% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sandia Park.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 127, 27% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 8). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 127 (27% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 8 (92% below avg)

87047 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
45 -55% Low
Assault
94 -6% Average
Robbery
127 +27% Moderate
Rape
109 +9% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
86 -14% Average
Larceny / Theft
8 -92% Low
Vehicle Theft
9 -91% Low

87047 Crime Map

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87047 Demographics & Context

Population
4,812
Median Income
$118,312
Home Value
$487,623
Median Age
52
Pop. Density
50/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 24.5%
Graduate Degree 26.2%

Housing

90%
10%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 88.2%
Black 1.3%
Hispanic 20.5%
Asian 1.1%
87047 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 87047, Sandia Park?

Zip code 87047 in Sandia Park, NM has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 70, which is 30% below the national average. Zip code 87047 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sandia Park.

Is Zip code 87047 a safe neighborhood in Sandia Park?

Zip code 87047 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sandia Park, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 127), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 8). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sandia Park.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 87047?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 87047 is Robbery, with a crime index of 127 (27% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 87047?

Zip code 87047 has a population of approximately 4,812. The median household income is $118,312. The median home value is $487,623. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 87047 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 87047's overall crime rate is 30% below the national average (index 70 vs 100). Within Sandia Park, 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.