Carrizozo, NM
Full City Profile · New Mexico · Lincoln County County
Carrizozo, NM
At a Glance
How Carrizozo Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Carrizozo's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Carrizozo a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Carrizozo residents earn a median household income of $26,121 , which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,267. The unemployment rate stands at 8.8% (144% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 29.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 888 business establishments, including 106 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Carrizozo is $80,200 , 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $153,109. Median rent is $618/month, with 36.0% 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 1947.
Safety & Crime
Carrizozo reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,028/100K.
Education
16.3% of adults in Carrizozo hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below the national average). 87.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Carrizozo has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.4 inches.