87801 Zip Code, Socorro

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Socorro

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 134 / 300 High
Violent Crime 144
44% above national avg
Property Crime 153
53% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 87801 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 87801 in Socorro, NM has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 134, which is 34% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Socorro.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 166, 66% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 133).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 166 (66% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 133 (33% above avg)

87801 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
146 +46% Moderate
Assault
136 +36% Moderate
Robbery
151 +51% High
Rape
142 +42% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
133 +33% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
166 +66% High
Vehicle Theft
159 +59% High

87801 Crime Map

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87801 Demographics & Context

Population
8,692
Median Income
$44,483
Home Value
$208,563
Median Age
36
Pop. Density
64/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.6%
Graduate Degree 10.1%

Housing

54%
46%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 76.5%
Black 1.6%
Hispanic 55.8%
Asian 2.8%
87801 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 87801, Socorro?

Zip code 87801 in Socorro, NM has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 134, which is 34% above the national average. Zip code 87801 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Socorro.

Is Zip code 87801 a safe neighborhood in Socorro?

Zip code 87801 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Socorro, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 166), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 133). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Socorro.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 87801?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 87801 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 166 (66% 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 87801?

Zip code 87801 has a population of approximately 8,692. The median household income is $44,483. The median home value is $208,563. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 87801 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 87801's overall crime rate is 34% above the national average (index 134 vs 100). Within Socorro, 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.