New Mexico
Lordsburg is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 2,139. Residents earn $33,899 per year, which is 55% below the national average.
Based on current data, Lordsburg receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Lordsburg has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Lordsburg is $33,899, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. The poverty rate of 27.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Lordsburg is $86,100, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $803 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 455 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,516 per 100,000, 23% below the national average.
10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Lordsburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
| English Only | 54.6% |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 45.4% |
| 239% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $33,899 |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,007 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,046 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,245 |
| Unemployment | 2.1% |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 27.0% |
| 118% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 743 |
| County GDP | $1,407M |
| Restaurants | 74 |
| Healthcare | 74 |
| Retail | 82 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,259 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.62% |
| Commute Time | 21.0 min |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |
| Census Median | $86,100 |
| 69% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $803 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Studio | $828 |
| 1 Bedroom | $927 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,129 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,496 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,758 |
| Owner-Occupied | 60.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,259 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.62% |
| Obesity | 37.7% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.3% |
| Heart Disease | 7.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.5% |
| Asthma | 9.4% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.3% |
| Depression | 21.9% |
| Mental Distress | 17.9% |
| Physical Distress | 18.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 65.6% |
| Premature Death | 12,951/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 68.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 74 |
| Total Violent | 454.7/100K |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 454.7/100K |
| Total Property | 1,515.7/100K |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 530.5/100K |
| Theft | 833.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 151.6/100K |
| Arson | 37.9/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.3°F |
| 14% above US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 11.3 inches |
| 70% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 4,268 ft (1,301 m) |
| Area | 8.4 sq mi (21.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 254/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.3438°N, 108.7021°W |
| County FIPS | 35017 |
Winner: Democrat by 5.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 10.0% |
| 70% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 81.2% |
| School Test Score | 4.65 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 254/sq mi |
| Total Area | 8.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 5 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 74 |
| Restaurants | 74 |
| Retail Stores | 82 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 21.0 min |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |