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Dulce, NM
Full City Profile · New Mexico · Archuleta County County
Dulce, NM
At a Glance
How Dulce Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dulce's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dulce a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dulce residents earn a median household income of $41,886 , which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,969. The unemployment rate stands at 3.8% (6% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 695 business establishments, including 64 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dulce is $58,100 , 79% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $319,182. Median rent is $552/month, with 13.1% 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 1988.
Safety & Crime
Dulce reports 352 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 7% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,358/100K.
Education
9.9% of adults in Dulce hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below the national average). 90.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dulce has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 17.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.