Truth Or Consequences, NM Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Truth or Consequences Police Department serves the city of Truth Or Consequences, NM in Sierra County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 323 violent crimes and 495 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 252.4 per 100k residents, which is 137.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 151.4 per 100k, 7.5% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 7 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 FAggravated Assault
Grade FProperty Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CBurglary
Grade DLarceny
Grade BMotor Vehicle Theft
Grade DCrime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 252.4 | F | 323 | 106.2 | +137.6% |
| Property Crime | 151.4 | C | 495 | 163.6 | -7.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 134.6 | F | 118 | 22.3 | +504.7% |
| Burglary | 33.6 | D | 121 | 24.0 | +40.0% |
| Larceny | 84.1 | B | 328 | 116.4 | -27.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 33.6 | D | 44 | 22.2 | +51.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 7 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 4 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 3 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony | 59 miles | A 23.3 | A 58.1 | Violent: 90.8% lower Property: 61.6% lower |
| Hatch | 59 miles | A 64.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 74.6% lower Property: N/A |
| Mesilla | 59 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 167.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 10.8% higher |
| Socorro | 62 miles | F 216.0 | F 275.9 | Violent: 14.4% lower Property: 82.2% higher |
| Magdalena | 62 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |