Eunice, NM

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
2,989 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
3.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,795 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$164,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$402 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$627 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lea County
5
Hobbs 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

Lea County
7
Hobbs Urban Area
7
New Mexico
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 1 42
Feb 1 1 47
Mar 1 0 54
Apr 1 0 63
May 1 0 72
Jun 2 0 79
Jul 2 0 81
Aug 2 0 80
Sep 2 0 73
Oct 1 0 63
Nov 1 0 52
Dec 1 2 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 18% of residents leaning left and 77% leaning right.

Liberal (18%) (79%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 81%
Hillary Clinton 15%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, NM State Senate District 41, NM State House District 55, NM
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Schools

Caton Middle
<1 miles, NW • 1 star
Eunice High
1 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Mettie Jordan Elementary
1 miles, NW • 1 star
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Colleges

New Mexico Junior College
22 miles, N • 1.4 star
University of the Southwest
24 miles, N • 1.9 star
Odessa College
60 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Lea Regional Medical Center
23 miles, N • 3.2 star
Nor-Lea Hospital District
38 miles, N • 5 star
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Airports

Lea County Regional Airport
18 miles, N • 1 star
Roswell Air Center
100 miles, NW • 1 star
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