Artesia, NM Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Artesia Police Department serves the city of Artesia, NM in Eddy County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 854 violent crimes and 1,691 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 140.0 per 100k residents, which is 31.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 156.4 per 100k, 4.4% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 3 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate140.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents854 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate8.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents56 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate16.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents152 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate156.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,691 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate32.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents388 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate115.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,115 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate8.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents171 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 140.0 | D | 854 | 106.2 | +31.8% |
| Property Crime | 156.4 | C | 1691 | 163.6 | -4.4% |
| Rape | 8.2 | F | 56 | 3.5 | +132.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 16.5 | B | 152 | 22.3 | -26.0% |
| Burglary | 32.9 | D | 388 | 24.0 | +37.1% |
| Larceny | 115.3 | C | 1115 | 116.4 | -0.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 8.2 | A | 171 | 22.2 | -62.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlsbad | 0 miles | C 102.3 | B 137.4 | Violent: 26.9% lower Property: 12.1% lower |
| Loving | 0 miles | B 71.7 | F 2510.8 | Violent: 48.7% lower Property: 1504.9% higher |
| Eunice | 57 miles | F 206.8 | B 137.9 | Violent: 47.8% higher Property: 11.9% lower |
| Jal | 57 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 285.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 82.7% higher |
| Tatum | 57 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |