Monument, NM

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 6/10
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
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
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
437 332.4M (US)
Median Age
26.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
87.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$96,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
43 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$265,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$653 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$732 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
48.4% 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 1 1 42
Feb 1 1 47
Mar 1 0 54
Apr 1 0 62
May 2 0 71
Jun 2 0 79
Jul 2 0 80
Aug 2 0 79
Sep 2 0 72
Oct 1 0 63
Nov 1 1 51
Dec 1 1 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 20% of residents leaning left and 77% leaning right.

Liberal (20%) (77%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 78%
Hillary Clinton 17%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, NM State Senate District 41, NM State House District 61, NM
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Schools

Heizer Middle School
9 miles, E • 1 star
Jefferson Elementary
9 miles, E • 1.4 star
Southern Heights Elementary
9 miles, E • 1 star
Edison Elementary
10 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Colleges

New Mexico Junior College
11 miles, NE • 1.4 star
University of the Southwest
12 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Odessa College
74 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Lea Regional Medical Center
11 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Nor-Lea Hospital District
24 miles, N • 5 star
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Airports

Lea County Regional Airport
6 miles, NE • 1 star
Roswell Air Center
86 miles, NW • 1 star
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