Center Point, NM

New Mexico

Center Point is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 2,366. Residents earn $49,714 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
2,366 Population 257/sq mi density
$49,714 Median Income $34,131 per capita
$206,300 Home Value
$1,290 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$49,714 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$206,300 home value, $1,290/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,714
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $206,300
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.6%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,290
11% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.8%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

How Center Point Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,366
Median Age55.5 yrs
Density257/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,714
Per Capita$34,131
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$4,264M
Commute28 min

Housing

A
Home Value$206,300
Rent$1,290
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain8.1 in/yr
Elevation5,741 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.6%
High School+88.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 58%
Commute28 min
Libraries5

Is Center Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Center Point receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Center Point offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Center Point is $49,714, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Center Point is $206,300, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,290 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Center Point experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.1 inches, including 6.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Center Point has a population of 2,366 with a density of 257 people per square mile. The median age is 55.5 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.2%), with 1.6% Black.

Population

2,366
Total Population
257
People / sq mi
55.5yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
9.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.9%
Female 56.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Center Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.9%
15% above US avg
Spanish10.1%
25% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Center Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Center Point is $49,714, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Center Point vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,714
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,131
Avg Weekly Wage$1,192
IRS Avg AGI$97,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,080
County GDP$4,264M

Business (County)

Restaurants228
Healthcare253
Retail287
Manufacturing68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,196
9% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Work from Home14.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Center Point is $206,300, 27% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,290 (11% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$206,300
27% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,290
11% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$828
1 Bedroom$927
2 Bedrooms$1,129
3 Bedrooms$1,496
4 Bedrooms$1,758

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,196
9% below US avg
Effective Rate1.55%
In Center Point, 30.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 20.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Center Point vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.8%
4% below US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity20.8%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.5%
Checkup Rate67.3%
Premature Death7,126/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access74.4%
Healthcare Facilities253

Crime Rates: Center Point vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Center Point 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 is 8.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.1 inches
79% below US avg
Snowfall6.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,741 ft (1,750 m)
Area9.2 sq mi (23.8 km²)
Population Density257/sq mi
Coordinates36.8710°N, 107.9554°W
County FIPS08067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 18.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.3%
D 58%

Winner: Democrat by 18.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.6%
42% below US avg
High School+88.0%
School Test Score4.65
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density257/sq mi
Total Area9.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities253
Restaurants228
Retail Stores287

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Work from Home14.6%

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