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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 64.0% |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 36.0% |
| 169% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $60,203 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,339 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,470 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $84,135 |
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.0% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,976 |
| County GDP | $11,319M |
| Restaurants | 159 |
| Healthcare | 118 |
| Retail | 195 |
| Manufacturing | 38 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,282 |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.85% |
| Commute Time | 16.2 min |
| Work from Home | 2.0% |
| Census Median | $177,400 |
| 37% below US avg |
| $/Sq Ft | $137 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 0.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Census Median Rent | $1,231 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Studio | $828 |
| 1 Bedroom | $927 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,129 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,496 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,758 |
| Owner-Occupied | 74.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,282 |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.85% |
| Obesity | 43.0% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.8% |
| Asthma | 9.2% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.6% |
| Depression | 21.1% |
| Mental Distress | 17.0% |
| Physical Distress | 16.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 85.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 64.2% |
| Premature Death | 12,798/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 73.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 118 |
| Total Violent | 495.8/100K |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 70.8/100K |
| Assault | 424.9/100K |
| Total Property | 1,628.9/100K |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 141.6/100K |
| Theft | 1,345.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 141.6/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 64.4°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 12.6 inches |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 2.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 3,052 ft (930 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,088/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.2862°N, 104.0978°W |
| County FIPS | 35015 |
Winner: Republican by 55.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 3.3% |
| 90% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 80.5% |
| School Test Score | 4.65 |
| RUCC Code 5 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+ |
| Population Density | 1,088/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.2 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 118 |
| Restaurants | 159 |
| Retail Stores | 195 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
| Avg Commute | 16.2 min |
| Work from Home | 2.0% |