Lake Sumner, NM

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
66 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
17.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
3.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$37,361 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$9,999 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$218 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$487 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
14.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

De Baca County
4
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

De Baca County
4
New Mexico
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 38
Feb 0 3 42
Mar 1 1 49
Apr 1 1 57
May 1 0 66
Jun 2 0 74
Jul 2 0 77
Aug 3 0 75
Sep 2 0 69
Oct 2 0 58
Nov 1 1 47
Dec 1 4 38

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 20% of residents leaning left and 75% leaning right.

Liberal (20%) (75%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 76%
Hillary Clinton 12%
Other 12%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, NM State Senate District 27, NM State House District 63, NM
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Schools

Fort Sumner Elementary
14 miles, S • 1.9 star
Fort Sumner High
14 miles, S • 2.3 star
Fort Sumner Middle
14 miles, S • 2.8 star
Santa Rosa High
27 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Mesalands Community College
53 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Clovis Community College
72 miles, SE • 1.4 star
New Mexico Highlands University
82 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Roosevelt General Hospital
67 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Plains Regional Medical Center
68 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Roswell Air Center
92 miles, SW • 1 star
Santa Fe Municipal Airport
118 miles, NW • 1 star
Lea County Regional Airport
150 miles, S • 1 star
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