Lordsburg, NM
Full City Profile · New Mexico · Grant County County
Lordsburg, NM
At a Glance
How Lordsburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lordsburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lordsburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lordsburg residents earn a median household income of $33,899 , which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,007. The unemployment rate stands at 4.8% (33% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 27.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 743 business establishments, including 74 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lordsburg is $86,100 , 69% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $217,337. Median rent is $803/month, with 35.7% 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 1971.
Safety & Crime
Lordsburg reports 832 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 119% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 323/100K.
Education
10.0% of adults in Lordsburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below the national average). 81.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lordsburg has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.3 inches.