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Sheep Springs, NM
Full City Profile · New Mexico · San Juan County County
Sheep Springs, NM
At a Glance
How Sheep Springs Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sheep Springs's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sheep Springs a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sheep Springs residents earn a median household income of $28,750 , which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $12,243. The unemployment rate stands at 8.7% (142% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 43.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,087 business establishments, including 230 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sheep Springs is $97,500 , 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $237,274. Median rent is $825/month, with 25.7% 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 1984.
Safety & Crime
Sheep Springs reports 2,147 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 465% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 10,577/100K.
Education
6.2% of adults in Sheep Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below the national average). 90.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sheep Springs has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.