Socorro County, NM Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Socorro County in NM is served by 4 law enforcement agencies. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 578 violent crimes and 785 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 91.5 per 100k residents, which is 13.8% below the national average. Property crime averages 116.4 per 100k, 28.8% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft 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 BAnnual Rate91.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents578 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Robbery
Grade BNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate16.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents165 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate116.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents785 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate17.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents205 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate85.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents477 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate12.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents100 (2019-2023)
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 91.5 | B | 578 | 106.2 | -13.8% |
| Property Crime | 116.4 | B | 785 | 163.6 | -28.8% |
| Homicide | 4.9 | F | 6 | 0.5 | +817.1% |
| Rape | 0.0 | A | 7 | 3.5 | -100.0% |
| Robbery | 4.0 | B | 9 | 5.8 | -31.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 16.9 | B | 165 | 22.3 | -24.1% |
| Burglary | 17.8 | B | 205 | 24.0 | -26.0% |
| Larceny | 85.8 | B | 477 | 116.4 | -26.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 12.9 | A | 100 | 22.2 | -41.9% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Socorro County Sheriff's Office
Socorro Police Department
Socorro, NM
Magdalena Police Department
Magdalena, NM