Lumberton, NM

New Mexico

Lumberton is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 93.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
93 Population 194/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $11,741 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 86.3%
2297% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population93
Median Age48.6 yrs
Density194/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans67.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$11,741
Unemployment86.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,379M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain17.4 in/yr
Elevation6,843 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+71.3%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
CommuteN/A
Broadband9.0%
Libraries10

Is Lumberton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lumberton receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Lumberton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 86.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Lumberton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.4 inches, including 55.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Lumberton has a population of 93 with a density of 194 people per square mile. The median age is 48.6 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (88.2%).

Population

93
Total Population
194
People / sq mi
48.6yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57%
Female 43%

Race & Ethnicity

Lumberton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lumberton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lumberton is N/A. The unemployment rate is 86.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Lumberton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$11,741
Avg Weekly Wage$941
IRS Avg AGI$52,599

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment86.3%
2297% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)859
County GDP$1,379M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare72
Retail81
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,640
25% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$828
1 Bedroom$927
2 Bedrooms$1,129
3 Bedrooms$1,496
4 Bedrooms$1,758

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,640
25% below US avg
In Lumberton, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.1% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.1%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.1%
Checkup Rate67.6%
Premature Death21,299/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access49.7%
Healthcare Facilities72

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Lumberton has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.4°F
12% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.4 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall55.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,843 ft (2,086 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density194/sq mi
Coordinates36.9328°N, 106.9354°W
County FIPS35039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.4-point margin. 9.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.2%
D 58.6%

Winner: Democrat by 19.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+71.3%
School Test Score4.65
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density194/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access9.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants65
Retail Stores81

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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