87059 Zip Code, Tijeras

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Tijeras

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 92 / 300 High
Violent Crime 112
12% above national avg
Property Crime 52
48% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 87059 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 87059 in Tijeras, NM has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 92, which is 8% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Tijeras.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 145, 45% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 19). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 145 (45% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 19 (81% below avg)

87059 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
64 -36% Low
Assault
104 +4% Moderate
Robbery
145 +45% Moderate
Rape
134 +34% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
112 +12% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
25 -75% Low
Vehicle Theft
19 -81% Low

87059 Crime Map

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87059 Demographics & Context

Population
9,084
Median Income
$101,382
Home Value
$367,979
Median Age
49
Pop. Density
56/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18.7%
Graduate Degree 24.6%

Housing

90%
10%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 81.6%
Black 0.8%
Hispanic 27.1%
Asian 1%
87059 Crime Map
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Tijeras Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 87059, Tijeras?

Zip code 87059 in Tijeras, NM has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 92, which is 8% below the national average. Zip code 87059 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Tijeras.

Is Zip code 87059 a safe neighborhood in Tijeras?

Zip code 87059 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Tijeras, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 145), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 19). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Tijeras.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 87059?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 87059 is Robbery, with a crime index of 145 (45% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 87059?

Zip code 87059 has a population of approximately 9,084. The median household income is $101,382. The median home value is $367,979. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 87059 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 87059's overall crime rate is 8% below the national average (index 92 vs 100). Within Tijeras, 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.