Ruidoso Downs, NM Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Ruidoso Downs Police Department serves the city of Ruidoso Downs, NM in Lincoln County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 93 violent crimes and 217 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 155.3 per 100k residents, which is 46.3% above the national average. Property crime averages 194.2 per 100k, 18.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary 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 DAnnual Rate155.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents93 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate116.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents31 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate194.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents217 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate38.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents42 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate155.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents159 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 155.3 | D | 93 | 106.2 | +46.3% |
| Property Crime | 194.2 | C | 217 | 163.6 | +18.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 116.5 | F | 31 | 22.3 | +423.4% |
| Burglary | 38.8 | F | 42 | 24.0 | +61.6% |
| Larceny | 155.3 | D | 159 | 116.4 | +33.5% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carrizozo | 0 miles | C 107.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 31.2% lower Property: N/A |
| Capitan | 0 miles | D 141.1 | A 70.6 | Violent: 9.1% lower Property: 63.7% lower |
| Ruidoso | 30 miles | A 12.8 | D 204.4 | Violent: 91.8% lower Property: 5.3% higher |
| Estancia | 62 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 189.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 2.6% lower |
| Moriarty | 62 miles | C 101.4 | D 253.4 | Violent: 34.7% lower Property: 30.5% higher |