Clayton, NM Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Clayton Police Department serves the city of Clayton, NM in Union County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 38 violent crimes and 19 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 39.0 per 100k residents, which is 63.3% below the national average. Property crime averages 39.0 per 100k, 76.2% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Violent Crime had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate39.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents38 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate39.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents19 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 39.0 | A | 38 | 106.2 | -63.3% |
| Property Crime | 39.0 | A | 19 | 163.6 | -76.2% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raton | 76 miles | A 33.6 | A 67.3 | Violent: 13.7% lower Property: 72.5% higher |
| Cimarron | 81 miles | C 122.8 | B 122.8 | Violent: 215.1% higher Property: 215.1% higher |
| Springer | 81 miles | C 108.5 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 178.2% higher Property: N/A |
| Angel Fire | 81 miles | D 164.6 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 322.2% higher Property: N/A |
| Tucumcari | 95 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 406.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 943.4% higher |