New Mexico Home Security
New Mexico’s landscape includes everything from rose colored deserts to dense forests and snow capped mountain peaks. Millions of acres of New Mexico are protected as national forests and will be enjoyed for centuries to come.
The total population is pushing the 2 million mark, but with an average of 15 residents per square mile, New Mexico is the sixth most sparsely populated state in the nation.
The state has the third highest percentage of Native Americans, which date back to its beginnings when the area was primarily inhabited by the Paleo Indians. Today, the tribes residing in the state are primarily Navaho and Pueblo. New Mexico also has the largest percentage of Hispanic residents in the nation. The strong Spanish, Mexican and Native American influences make New Mexico very unique and culturally rich place to live or to visit.
New Mexico is one of the leading producers of crude oil and natural gas, which brings billions of dollars into the state’s economy. Also known for its various research facilities, New Mexico has the highest number of individuals who hold a Ph.D than any other state.
Along with the rich culture, Native American history and strong economy there are also some menacing crime statistics that the state residents must deal with. The facts are as follows:
You have a 1 in 27 chance that you will be a victim of property crime this year.
You have a 1 in 43 chance that you will be a victim of larceny/theft this year.
And finally, you have a 1 in 104 chance that you will be a victim of burglary this year.
Since 2004, the total number of property crimes has declined every year by quite a bit. 2007 had a total of 73,394 reported property crimes; a large decrease from 2004′s number, which was 79,895. Although the figures are decreasing, there is still a 1 in 22 chance of being a victim of property crime or home intrusion.
Albuquerque, with a population of 797,350, ranks in the top 50 for the number of property crimes committed when compared to the rest of the major cities in the United States.
Don’t think that you should stay away from New Mexico’s beauty and culture just because of the crime rates. Crime is everywhere, and there are law enforcement agencies and anti-crime organizations in place to help reduce the statistics.
With a home security system, you can stop crime before it has the opportunity to affect your family or your property. Installing a home security system is one of the best steps you can take to enjoy the security and peace of mind that you and your loved ones deserve.
A reliable home security system will provide monitoring around the clock, alerting you and the local authorities if your home’s security becomes threatened.
State Authorities and Emergency Centers
Your local and state law enforcement agencies work hard to quickly respond to New Mexico home security alarms as well as other emergencies. Your local police department will generally respond first and at times the State authorities may respond as well. Here is the state authority contact information for New Mexico:
Remember, if you have an emergency, always dial 911 first.
