Albuquerque, NM Crime


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Albuquerque, New Mexico has been facing a concerning rise in crime rates in recent years. According to the background information provided, the city's violent crime rate is almost double the national average at 51. This includes crimes such as murder, assault, and robbery. Additionally, Albuquerque's property crime rate also surpasses the national average at 85.3, with burglary and theft being the most commonly reported offenses. This high level of crime has caused fear and concern among residents, leading to increased security measures in many neighborhoods and a strong emphasis on community policing. Efforts are being made by local authorities to address and decrease these crime rates, but until then, context, it is important for individuals to remain vigilant and take precautions to protect themselves and their property.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

Albuquerque violent crime is 51.0. (The US average is 22.7)
Albuquerque property crime is 85.3. (The US average is 35.4)

NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Albuquerque, NM Crime History
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We made reservations for hotel and flights for a convention located in Old Town Albuquerque NM. When preparing for our trip we found that the city of Albuquerque has no  More

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i'm from albuquerque. born here, raised in denver, moved back at 11. it's cool, there's a lot of great restaurants, the people are friendly, the vibe is laid-back, it's  More

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Over 2 years ago

I love Albuquerque! It’s an interesting place with a lot of history and interesting things to  More

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