Truth or Consequences, NM
Full City Profile · New Mexico · Sierra County County
Truth or Consequences, NM
At a Glance
How Truth or Consequences Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Truth or Consequences's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Truth or Consequences a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Truth or Consequences residents earn a median household income of $29,142 , which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,293. The unemployment rate stands at 1.0% (72% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 29.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 386 business establishments, including 45 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Truth or Consequences is $107,500 , 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $157,766. Median rent is $676/month, with 31.0% 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 1974.
Safety & Crime
Truth or Consequences reports 835 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 120% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,506/100K.
Education
19.3% of adults in Truth or Consequences hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below the national average). 87.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Truth or Consequences has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.2 inches.