The Safest and Most Dangerous Places in Yah-ta-hey, NM: Crime Maps and Statistics

Crime per Capita in Yah-ta-hey

The map below displays the crime rate per 1,000 residents in Yah-ta-hey.

 

Yah-ta-hey, NM Map of Crime Rates
Click the map to explore
A+ B C D F
Safest Highest crime
Colorblind friendly off

F

Overall Crime Grade™

F
F
Other Crime Grade
F

$122,363

Cost of Crime™ for Yah-ta-hey, NM

In 2025, crime will cost $4,864 per household.

More cost data

Crime Grade's crime map highlights the safest areas in Yah-ta-hey in green, the most dangerous in red, and moderately safe areas in yellow. Crime rates on the map are weighted based on both the type and severity of the crime. For more information on how to interpret our crime maps, see the Interpreting the Crime Maps section below.

Is Yah-ta-hey, NM Safe?

The F grade indicates that the rate of crime is much higher than that of the average US city. Yah-ta-hey ranks in the 3rd percentile for safety, meaning it is safer than 3% of cities but less safe than 97%. This analysis applies only to Yah-ta-hey's official city boundaries. See the table below for nearby cities.

The crime rate in Yah-ta-hey is 72.59 per 1,000 residents in the typical year.

The Cost of Crime™ in Yah-ta-hey, NM

The total projected cost of crime in Yah-ta-hey for 2025 is $122,363. This translates to approximately $1,020 per resident and $4,864 per household. On average, crime-related costs account for 5.4% of the median household income in Yah-ta-hey. These figures reflect only tangible costs, which include the following:
  1. Criminal justice system costs (law enforcement, courts, and imprisonment): 55.4%
  2. Direct costs to victims (damaged property, medical expenses, and lost wages): 33.2%
  3. Lost economic contribution from offenders (time in prison or repeat offenses): 11.3%

How Much Does Crime Cost in Yah-ta-hey Compared to Other Cities?

Yah-ta-hey, NM: $1020
Taos, NM: $1410
Paradise Hills, NM: $411
New Mexico: $835
USA: $464

The Cost of Crime per resident in Yah-ta-hey is $1,020 per year, which is $555 more than the national average and $185 more than New Mexico's state average. Below we compare cities similar to Yah-ta-hey:
  • In Taos, NM, crime costs $1,410 per person, which is $390 more than in Yah-ta-hey.
  • In Paradise Hills, NM, crime costs $411 per person, which is $609 less than in Yah-ta-hey

2025 Projected Cost by Type of Crime

The table below shows the total cost of crime to the residents of Yah-ta-hey for the year 2025 along with the projected cost per resident.
Crime
Cost to Yah-ta-hey
Cost per Yah-ta-hey Resident
Murder
$28,612
$238
Rape/Sexual Assault
$7,572
$63
Robbery
$3,965
$33
Assault
$22,640
$189
Kidnapping
$3,491
$29
Vehicle Theft
$13,259
$110
Burglary
$6,151
$51
Theft
$18,872
$157
Arson
$530
$4
Vandalism
$14,516
$121
Animal Cruelty
$46
$0
Drug Crimes
$1,626
$14
Identity Theft
$1,083
$9
Total Cost of Crime
$122,363
$1,020

The Intangible Cost of Crime in Yah-ta-hey, NM

CrimeGrade primarily focuses on tangible costs, but the true impact of crime extends beyond economic. Pain and suffering for victims and their families are difficult to quantify, but research-based methodologies help estimate these effects. Using these methodologies, we calculate that the intangible cost of crime in Yah-ta-hey totals $233,584 ($1,947 per resident). When added to the tangible costs, this brings the total estimated cost of crime to $355,946 ($2,966 per resident). All Cost of Crime facts are based on scholarly research done on the cost of crime. Read more about our methodology here.

Interpreting the Crime Maps

When interpreting the Yah-ta-hey crime map, keep in mind that crime rates are measured per resident. Areas with high visitor traffic, such as shopping districts, may appear to have higher crime rates simply because more crimes occur where people gather - even if few residents live there. For example, the city has few retail establishments, which can artificially inflate crime rates in that area. Red areas on the map do not necessarily mean a neighborhood is unsafe for residents.

More issues arise with places like airports, parks, and schools. Major airports always look like high-crime locations due to the large number of people and the low population nearby. Parks and designated recreational areas have the same problem. Of Yah-ta-hey’s 120 residents, few live near recreational areas. Because many people visit, crime rates may appear higher even for safe parks. Crime occurs where people gather, whether they live there or not. Before assuming an area is unsafe, consider both per-capita crime rates and total crime counts, as well as the types of destinations nearby.

To better understand and navigate these intricate crime maps, a high-speed internet connection can be crucial. Fast and seamless online connectivity ensures that map details load efficiently, providing users with clearer, uninterrupted insights. If you're considering enhancing your online experience, check out high speed internet in Yah-ta-hey, NM at ISP Reports.

Yah-ta-hey Crime Breakdown

The tables below show which crimes are used to calculate the Crime Grades above. All crime rates are shown as the number of crimes per 1,000 Yah-ta-hey residents in a standard year.

Violent Crime Rates

Crime Type
Crime Rate
Assault
6.569
Robbery
1.050
Rape
1.041
Murder
0.1269
Total Violent Crime
8.787 (F)
 
 

 


Property Crime Rates

Crime Type
Crime Rate
Theft
30.37
Vehicle Theft
7.135
Burglary
5.651
Arson
0.1828
Total Property Crime
43.34 (F)
 
 

 


Other Crime Rates

Crime Type
Crime Rate
Kidnapping
0.4798
Drug Crimes
1.832
Vandalism
16.93
Identity Theft
1.166
Animal Cruelty
0.0523
Total "Other" Rate
20.46 (F)

 


Crime Maps and Rates for Nearby Cities

Compared to surrounding cities, the rate of crime in Yah-ta-hey is similar. The table below shows Crime Grades for cities close to Yah-ta-hey.

Nearby City
Overall Crime Grade
Violent Crime Grade
Property Crime Grade
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
D-
D-
F
F
D-
F
F
F
F
D-
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F

Crime Maps and Rates for City with Similar Populations

Yah-ta-hey is higher versus other cities of the same size for crime. The table below compares crime in cities with comparable overall population in the city‘s boundaries.

Similar City
Overall Crime Grade
Violent Crime Grade
Property Crime Grade
A-
C
C
D-
D-
D-
F
F
F
C+
B
B
D+
D
D
B
B+
B+
B+
B-
B-
A-
A+
A+
D-
D-
D-
F
F
F

Considering only the crime rate, Yah-ta-hey is less safe than the New Mexico state average and less safe than the national average.

Safety and school performance are separate topics, but both shape moving decisions. Using SchoolGrade data, schools in Yah-ta-hey, NM average SchoolGrade of N/A, with N/A% actual proficiency versus 35% projected; overall, schools N/A. See Yah-ta-hey schools on SchoolGrade

About the Data

CrimeGrade.org provides highly detailed and accurate crime data, used by insurance companies, home security firms, and other industries. Our data is available for licensing—learn more about our USA crime data and licensing.

Crime By Zip Code Download

Our proprietary data is available for download by zip code or by state in a CSV Flat File. Please visit our download page for pricing and terms.

Download CSV

 

Home Security

A crime occurs on average every 34 days 22 hours in Yah-ta-hey. Want to protect your home?

Home Security Companies in Yah-ta-hey, NM

All maps and statistics above are projections, not certainties, and provided without guarantee free of charge. Verify all info before making any decisions based on the data.