New Mexico · Metropolitan Area
Sunland Park is a small city in New Mexico with a population of 17,085. Residents earn $52,147 per year, which is 31% below the national average.
Based on current data, Sunland Park receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sunland Park has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Sunland Park is $52,147, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. The poverty rate of 23.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
The median home value in Sunland Park is $194,900, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $770 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Sunland Park is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 105 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 969 per 100,000, 51% below the national average.
22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Sunland Park enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
| English Only | 15.8% |
| 80% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 84.2% |
| 528% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $52,147 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,289 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $966 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,831 |
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 23.3% |
| 88% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 16,825 |
| County GDP | $53,333M |
| Restaurants | 1,853 |
| Healthcare | 1,904 |
| Retail | 2,227 |
| Manufacturing | 517 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,241 |
| 135% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.23% |
| Commute Time | 31.5 min |
| Work from Home | 4.4% |
| Census Median | $194,900 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $218,306 |
| Median List Price | $327,500 |
| Median List Price | $327,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $180 |
| Homes Sold | 15 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 19.4% |
| Inventory | 93 |
| Census Median Rent | $770 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Studio | $828 |
| 1 Bedroom | $927 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,129 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,496 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,758 |
| Owner-Occupied | 81.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,241 |
| 135% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.23% |
| Obesity | 41.7% |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 17.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.7% |
| Asthma | 9.2% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.4% |
| Depression | 21.3% |
| Mental Distress | 16.8% |
| Physical Distress | 18.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 82.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 68.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,160/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,904 |
| Total Violent | 104.8/100K |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 45.8/100K |
| Robbery | 32.7/100K |
| Assault | 26.2/100K |
| Total Property | 969.2/100K |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 301.2/100K |
| Theft | 595.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 72.0/100K |
| Arson | 6.6/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 83 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 63.1°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 10.1 inches |
| 73% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 2.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 3,743 ft (1,141 m) |
| Area | 14.7 sq mi (38.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,159/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.8236°N, 106.6003°W |
| County FIPS | 48141 |
Winner: Democrat by 15.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.2% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 76.2% |
| School Test Score | 4.65 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,159/sq mi |
| Total Area | 14.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 18 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,904 |
| Restaurants | 1,853 |
| Retail Stores | 2,227 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 83 |
| Avg Commute | 31.5 min |
| Work from Home | 4.4% |