La Huerta, NM

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,673 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
37.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$83,672 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$421,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$444 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,348 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
89.5% 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 0 1 43
Feb 1 1 46
Mar 0 0 54
Apr 1 0 62
May 1 0 72
Jun 2 0 79
Jul 2 0 81
Aug 2 0 79
Sep 2 0 73
Oct 1 0 62
Nov 1 0 51
Dec 1 2 43

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (66%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, NM State Senate District 42, NM State House District 55, NM
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Schools

Jefferson Montessori
1 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Pecos Connections Academy
2 miles, W • 1 star
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Colleges

New Mexico Junior College
64 miles, E • 1.4 star
University of the Southwest
64 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Carlsbad Medical Center
2 miles, W • 2.3 star
Artesia General Hospital
30 miles, N • 3.2 star
Nor-Lea Hospital District
62 miles, E • 5 star
Lea Regional Medical Center
64 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Lea County Regional Airport
61 miles, E • 1 star
Roswell Air Center
62 miles, N • 1 star
El Paso International Airport
134 miles, W • 1.9 star
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