Tularosa, NM
Full City Profile · New Mexico · Socorro County County
Tularosa, NM
At a Glance
How Tularosa Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Tularosa's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Tularosa a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Tularosa residents earn a median household income of $45,147 , which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,503. The unemployment rate stands at 23.0% (539% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 388 business establishments, including 40 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Tularosa is $117,600 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $189,033. Median rent is $1,043/month, with 29.6% 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 1973.
Safety & Crime
Tularosa reports 115 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 70% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 383/100K.
Education
22.0% of adults in Tularosa hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below the national average). 92.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Tularosa has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.8 inches.