Carlsbad, NM
Full City Profile · New Mexico · Eddy County County
Carlsbad, NM
At a Glance
How Carlsbad Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Carlsbad's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Carlsbad a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Carlsbad residents earn a median household income of $78,277 , which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,755. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4% (22% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.0% 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 Carlsbad is $187,900 , 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $256,596. Median rent is $1,206/month, with 24.3% 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 1969.
Safety & Crime
Carlsbad reports 531 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 40% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,839/100K. The murder rate is 3.2/100K.
Education
20.3% of adults in Carlsbad hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below the national average). 82.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Carlsbad has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49.