Springer, NM
Full City Profile · New Mexico · Colfax County County
Springer, NM
At a Glance
How Springer Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Springer's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Springer a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Springer residents earn a median household income of $48,188 , which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,742. The unemployment rate stands at 2.6% (28% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 550 business establishments, including 70 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Springer is $94,800 , 66% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $151,873. Median rent is $549/month, with 18.1% 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 1964.
Safety & Crime
Springer reports 236 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 38% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 118/100K.
Education
14.7% of adults in Springer hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below the national average). 85.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Springer has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.1 inches.