Hobbs, NM Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Hobbs Police Department serves the city of Hobbs, NM in Lea County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 5,481 violent crimes and 8,611 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 209.4 per 100k residents, which is 97.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 401.0 per 100k, 145.1% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 FAnnual Rate209.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents5,481 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate12.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents181 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate2.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents134 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate38.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,213 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate401.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents8,611 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate84.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents2,204 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate268.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents5,356 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate43.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents986 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 209.4 | F | 5481 | 106.2 | +97.2% |
| Property Crime | 401.0 | F | 8611 | 163.6 | +145.1% |
| Rape | 12.8 | F | 181 | 3.5 | +261.1% |
| Robbery | 2.5 | A | 134 | 5.8 | -56.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 38.3 | F | 1213 | 22.3 | +72.1% |
| Burglary | 84.3 | F | 2204 | 24.0 | +250.7% |
| Larceny | 268.2 | F | 5356 | 116.4 | +130.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 43.4 | F | 986 | 22.2 | +95.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eunice | 17 miles | F 206.8 | B 137.9 | Violent: 1.2% lower Property: 65.6% lower |
| Jal | 17 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 285.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 28.7% lower |
| Tatum | 17 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Lovington | 21 miles | A 35.3 | D 256.1 | Violent: 83.1% lower Property: 36.1% lower |
| Artesia | 70 miles | D 140.0 | C 156.4 | Violent: 33.2% lower Property: 61.0% lower |