New Mexico
Carlsbad is a mid-size city in New Mexico with a population of 31,813. Residents earn $78,277 per year, which is 4% above the national average.
Based on current data, Carlsbad receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high obesity rates. Carlsbad offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Carlsbad is $78,277, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
The median home value in Carlsbad is $187,900, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,206 per month. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 510 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,376 per 100,000, 123% above the national average.
20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Carlsbad enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
| English Only | 76.3% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 23.7% |
| 77% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $78,277 |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $37,755 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,470 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $84,135 |
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.0% |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,976 |
| County GDP | $11,319M |
| Restaurants | 159 |
| Healthcare | 118 |
| Retail | 195 |
| Manufacturing | 38 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,282 |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.75% |
| Commute Time | 20.1 min |
| Work from Home | 6.0% |
| Census Median | $187,900 |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $242,280 |
| Median List Price | $285,000 |
| Median List Price | $285,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $197 |
| Homes Sold | 29 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 0.0% |
| Price Drops | 16.2% |
| Inventory | 99 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,206 |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,653 |
| Studio | $828 |
| 1 Bedroom | $927 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,129 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,496 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,758 |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,282 |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.75% |
| Obesity | 39.8% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.7% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.8% |
| Depression | 23.3% |
| Mental Distress | 17.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 65.0% |
| Premature Death | 12,798/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 73.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 118 |
| Total Violent | 510.0/100K |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Murder | 7.1/100K |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Rape | 96.3/100K |
| Robbery | 46.4/100K |
| Assault | 360.2/100K |
| Total Property | 4,376.2/100K |
| 123% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 934.5/100K |
| Theft | 2,971.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 470.8/100K |
| Arson | 28.5/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 64.4°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 12.6 inches |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 2.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 3,123 ft (952 m) |
| Area | 31.7 sq mi (82.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,005/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.4008°N, 104.2410°W |
| County FIPS | 35015 |
Winner: Republican by 55.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 20.3% |
| 40% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 82.1% |
| School Test Score | 4.65 |
| RUCC Code 5 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+ |
| Population Density | 1,005/sq mi |
| Total Area | 31.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 7 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 8 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 118 |
| Restaurants | 159 |
| Retail Stores | 195 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
| Avg Commute | 20.1 min |
| Work from Home | 6.0% |