Hobbs Urban Area, NM

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
73,154 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$68,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$176,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$415 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$919 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

New Mexico
6
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

New Mexico
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 1 42
Feb 0 0 46
Mar 0 0 53
Apr 1 0 61
May 1 0 70
Jun 2 0 78
Jul 2 0 79
Aug 2 0 78
Sep 2 0 72
Oct 1 0 62
Nov 1 0 51
Dec 1 1 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (24%) (72%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 71%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, NM State Senate District 41, NM State House District 61, NM
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Schools

Lovington Freshman Academy
10 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Lovington High
10 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Taylor Middle
10 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Colleges

University of the Southwest
13 miles, SE • 1.9 star
New Mexico Junior College
14 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Nor-Lea Hospital District
12 miles, NE • 5 star
Lea Regional Medical Center
13 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Memorial Hospital
44 miles, SE
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Airports

Lea County Regional Airport
14 miles, SE • 1 star
Roswell Air Center
74 miles, NW • 1 star
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