Roswell, NM Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Roswell Police Department serves the city of Roswell, NM in Chaves County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 7,232 violent crimes and 7,309 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 273.0 per 100k residents, which is 157.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 292.2 per 100k, 78.6% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide 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 FAnnual Rate273.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents7,232 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate2.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents43 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate2.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents223 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate6.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents171 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate49.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,701 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate292.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents7,309 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate57.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,250 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate194.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents5,219 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate34.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents697 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 273.0 | F | 7232 | 106.2 | +157.1% |
| Property Crime | 292.2 | F | 7309 | 163.6 | +78.6% |
| Homicide | 2.1 | F | 43 | 0.5 | +299.7% |
| Rape | 2.1 | A | 223 | 3.5 | -39.8% |
| Robbery | 6.4 | C | 171 | 5.8 | +10.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 49.1 | F | 1701 | 22.3 | +120.4% |
| Burglary | 57.6 | F | 1250 | 24.0 | +139.7% |
| Larceny | 194.1 | F | 5219 | 116.4 | +66.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 34.1 | D | 697 | 22.2 | +53.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dexter | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Carrizozo | 62 miles | C 107.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 60.8% lower Property: N/A |
| Ruidoso Downs | 62 miles | D 155.3 | C 194.2 | Violent: 43.1% lower Property: 33.6% lower |
| Capitan | 62 miles | D 141.1 | A 70.6 | Violent: 48.3% lower Property: 75.9% lower |
| Artesia | 63 miles | D 140.0 | C 156.4 | Violent: 48.7% lower Property: 46.5% lower |