Taos, NM Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Taos Police Department serves the city of Taos, NM in Taos County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 967 violent crimes and 1,742 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 295.9 per 100k residents, which is 178.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 327.0 per 100k, 99.9% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft 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 Rate295.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents967 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate93.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents180 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate327.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,742 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate140.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents406 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate171.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,166 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate15.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents156 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 295.9 | F | 967 | 106.2 | +178.6% |
| Property Crime | 327.0 | F | 1742 | 163.6 | +99.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 93.4 | F | 180 | 22.3 | +319.8% |
| Burglary | 140.1 | F | 406 | 24.0 | +483.2% |
| Larceny | 171.3 | D | 1166 | 116.4 | +47.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 15.6 | B | 156 | 22.2 | -29.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Questa | 12 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 57.0 | Violent: N/A Property: 82.6% lower |
| Red River | 12 miles | F 216.9 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 26.7% lower Property: N/A |
| Taos Ski Valley | 12 miles | F 1250.0 | F 3750.0 | Violent: 322.5% higher Property: 1046.8% higher |
| Cimarron | 54 miles | C 122.8 | B 122.8 | Violent: 58.5% lower Property: 62.4% lower |
| Springer | 54 miles | C 108.5 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 63.3% lower Property: N/A |