87571 Zip Code, Taos

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Taos

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 125 / 300 High

Violent Crime 140

40% above national avg

Property Crime 150

50% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 87571 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 87571 in Taos, NM has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Taos.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 162, 62% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 128).

Highest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 162 (62% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Burglary · Index 128 (28% above avg)

87571 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Taos	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	137	+37%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	138	+38%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	141	+41%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	143	+43%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	128	+28%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	162	+62%	N/A	High
Vehicle Theft	161	+61%	N/A	High

87571 Crime Map

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87571 Demographics & Context

Population

11,030

Median Income

$42,466

Home Value

$525,399

Median Age

Pop. Density

38/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.2%

Graduate Degree 9.1%

Housing

54%

46%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 69.7%

Black 0.6%

Hispanic 52.9%

Asian 0.9%

87571 Crime Map

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Taos Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 87571, Taos?

Zip code 87571 in Taos, NM has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average. Zip code 87571 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Taos.

Is Zip code 87571 a safe neighborhood in Taos?

Zip code 87571 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Taos, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 162), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 128). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Taos.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 87571?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 87571 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 162 (62% 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 87571?

Zip code 87571 has a population of approximately 11,030. The median household income is $42,466. The median home value is $525,399. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 87571 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 87571's overall crime rate is 25% above the national average (index 125 vs 100). Within Taos, 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.