Bloomfield, NM
Full City Profile · New Mexico · San Juan County County
Bloomfield, NM
At a Glance
How Bloomfield Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bloomfield's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bloomfield a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bloomfield residents earn a median household income of $51,212 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,281. The unemployment rate stands at 5.9% (64% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,087 business establishments, including 230 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bloomfield is $167,800 , 40% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $267,184. Median rent is $831/month, with 24.9% 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 1983.
Safety & Crime
Bloomfield reports 709 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 87% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,542/100K.
Education
14.3% of adults in Bloomfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below the national average). 81.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bloomfield has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.