Bent, NM

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 10/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Commuter’s Dream. The area offers extremely short and efficient commutes, with minimal travel times and excellent accessibility.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
9 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
55.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$30,655 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
0 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$117,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$303 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$742 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
4.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Otero County
5
Alamogordo Urban Area
5
New Mexico
6

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Otero County
5
Alamogordo Urban Area
5
New Mexico
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 39
Feb 1 4 42
Mar 1 3 48
Apr 1 1 55
May 1 0 63
Jun 1 0 71
Jul 3 0 72
Aug 3 0 71
Sep 2 0 66
Oct 1 1 56
Nov 1 2 46
Dec 1 5 39

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 21% of residents leaning left and 73% leaning right.

Liberal (21%) (74%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, NM State Senate District 33, NM State House District 56, NM
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Schools

Tularosa High
10 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Olympian Academy of Cosmetology
17 miles, SW • 1 star
New Mexico State University-Dona Ana
74 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Lincoln County Medical Center
19 miles, E • 5 star
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Airports

Roswell Air Center
78 miles, E • 1 star
El Paso International Airport
97 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Lea County Regional Airport
157 miles, SE • 1 star
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