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Tucumcari, NM
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Tucumcari, NM
At a Glance
How Tucumcari Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Tucumcari's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Tucumcari a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Tucumcari residents earn a median household income of $39,915 , which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,081. The unemployment rate stands at 2.7% (25% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 24.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 330 business establishments, including 36 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Tucumcari is $56,400 , 80% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $76,740. Median rent is $751/month, with 24.7% 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 1960.
Safety & Crime
Tucumcari reports 706 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 86% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,098/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
19.7% of adults in Tucumcari hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below the national average). 81.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Tucumcari has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 16.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.