Artesia, NM
Full City Profile · New Mexico · Eddy County County
Artesia, NM
At a Glance
How Artesia Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Artesia's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Artesia a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Artesia residents earn a median household income of $77,647 , which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,351. The unemployment rate stands at 4.0% (11% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,976 business establishments, including 159 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Artesia is $213,800 , 24% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $249,252. Median rent is $875/month, with 26.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 92.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1978.
Safety & Crime
Artesia reports 494 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 30% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,189/100K.
Education
20.6% of adults in Artesia hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below the national average). 84.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Artesia has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49.