Loving, NM

New Mexico

Loving is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 1,317. Residents earn $60,203 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,317 Population 1,088/sq mi density
$60,203 Median Income $24,339 per capita
$177,400 Home Value
$1,231 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
496 Violent Crime/100K 1,629 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$60,203 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$177,400 home value, $1,231/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
496 violent crimes/100K (30% above avg)
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,203
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $177,400
37% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 496/100K
30% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.3%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,231
6% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.0%
3% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,317
Median Age35.2 yrs
Density1,088/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 51%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,203
Per Capita$24,339
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty12.0%
County GDP$11,319M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$177,400
Rent$1,231
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent496/100K
Property1,629/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault425/100K
Burglary142/100K

Health

Obesity43.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.6 in/yr
Elevation3,052 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.3%
High School+80.5%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute16 min
Libraries2

Is Loving a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Loving receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high obesity rates. Loving has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Loving is $60,203, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Loving is $177,400, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,231 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 496 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,629 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

3.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Loving enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Loving has a population of 1,317 with a density of 1,088 people per square mile. The median age is 35.2 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (50.7%).

Population

1,317
Total Population
1,088
People / sq mi
35.2yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Loving vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only64.0%
18% below US avg
Spanish36.0%
169% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Loving vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Loving is $60,203, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Loving vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,203
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,339
Avg Weekly Wage$1,470
IRS Avg AGI$84,135

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,976
County GDP$11,319M

Business (County)

Restaurants159
Healthcare118
Retail195
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,282
6% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.2 min
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Loving is $177,400, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,231 (6% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$177,400
37% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$137
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,231
6% 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-Occupied74.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,282
6% below US avg
Effective Rate1.85%
In Loving, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.1% report depression. 32.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Loving vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.0%
34% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma9.2%
COPD5.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity32.6%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%
Checkup Rate64.2%
Premature Death12,798/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access73.6%
Healthcare Facilities118
Loving has a violent crime rate of 496 per 100,000 residents, 30% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,629 per 100,000 (17% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent495.8/100K
30% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery70.8/100K
Assault424.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,628.9/100K
17% below US avg
Burglary141.6/100K
Theft1,345.6/100K
Vehicle Theft141.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Loving has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.4°F
19% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.6 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall2.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,052 ft (930 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density1,088/sq mi
Coordinates32.2862°N, 104.0978°W
County FIPS35015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 3.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.3%
D 21.4%

Winner: Republican by 55.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.3%
90% below US avg
High School+80.5%
School Test Score4.65
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,088/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities118
Restaurants159
Retail Stores195

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.2 min
Work from Home2.0%

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