Crime Safety Grade

B+

Santa Fe, NM Crime Rate

Higher crime than 57% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 33+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Santa Fe Safe?

With an overall crime index of 117, Santa Fe has a 17% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 238. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Sol y Luna earning an A+ grade while Downtown Santa Fe rates A-.

Crime Index Comparison

Santa Fe
117
New Mexico Avg
121
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
117
17% above average
Violent Crime
105
5% above average
Property Crime
97
3% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Santa Fe

1 in 238

Property crime: 1 in 258

Where Is It Safe in Santa Fe?

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Santa Fe Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 26% above avg
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · 12% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 99 ▼ 1%
Assault Violent 126 ▲ 26%
Robbery Violent 90 ▼ 10%
Burglary Property 106 ▲ 6%
Larceny / Theft Property 97 ▼ 3%
Vehicle Theft Property 88 ▼ 12%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Santa Fe Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Sol y Luna A+ 14
2 Sunlit Hills A+ 47
3 South East County A+ 44
4 Vista Encantada A+ 84
5 Wilderness Gate A+ 101
6 North West City South A 68
7 Rancho Viejo A 39
8 Coyote Ridge A 44
9 La Tierra A 133
10 Las Dos A 137
11 Las Campanas A 70
12 Monte Sereno A 137
13 Canyon A 107
14 Southeast A 133
15 North West City North A 147
16 Old Las Vegas Corridor A 136
17 North Hills A 158
18 Tierra Contenta A 66
19 Old Santa Fe Trail A 152
20 San Acacio A 157
21 City Limits Southwest A 105
22 Don Gaspar A 169
23 Historic Santa Fe A 184
24 La Cienega A 91
25 San Mateo A- 166
26 Southwest A- 98
27 Don Diego A- 172
28 Santa Fe Estates A- 172
29 Arroyo Chamiso A- 121
30 Agua Fria A- 121
31 Downtown Santa Fe A- 164
32 Tesuque B+ 160
33 San Isidro Village B- 175

Santa Fe Crime by Zip Code

87508
A Index: 55
87501
A Index: 134
87505
A Index: 124
87507
A- Index: 81
87506
B+ Index: 136

Santa Fe Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
95,498
Median Income
$57,274
Home Value
$290,464
Median Rent
$1,125
Home Ownership
63%

Racial Demographics

White
71%
Black
1.4%
Hispanic
52.4%
Asian
1.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Santa Fe?
Santa Fe has an overall crime index of 117, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Santa Fe are rated A or B for safety.
Is Santa Fe safe to live in?
Santa Fe has a crime safety grade of B+. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Santa Fe?
The safest neighborhoods in Santa Fe based on crime data include Sol y Luna, Sunlit Hills, South East County, Vista Encantada, and Wilderness Gate. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Santa Fe crime compare to the national average?
Santa Fe's overall crime index is 117 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 17% higher than the typical US city.

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