Hope, NM

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
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
99 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$103,393 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$197,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$292 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$819 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
78.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Eddy County
6
Carlsbad-Artesia Urban Area
6
New Mexico
6

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Eddy County
6
Carlsbad-Artesia Urban Area
6
New Mexico
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 1 42
Feb 1 1 46
Mar 1 0 53
Apr 1 0 60
May 2 0 70
Jun 2 0 78
Jul 2 0 80
Aug 2 0 78
Sep 2 0 72
Oct 1 0 62
Nov 1 1 51
Dec 1 2 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, NM State Senate District 34, NM State House District 54, NM
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Schools

Yeso Elementary
18 miles, E • 2.8 star
Artesia Park Junior High
19 miles, E • 1.9 star
Yucca Elementary
19 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Colleges

New Mexico State University-Carlsbad
38 miles, SE • 1.9 star
New Mexico Military Institute
43 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Artesia General Hospital
19 miles, E • 3.2 star
Carlsbad Medical Center
38 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Lovelace Regional Hospital-Roswell
43 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Eastern New Mexico Medical Center
44 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Roswell Air Center
36 miles, NE • 1 star
Lea County Regional Airport
89 miles, SE • 1 star
El Paso International Airport
118 miles, W • 1.9 star
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