Tatum, NM

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 2/10
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
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
736 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
74.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$107,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$332 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$571 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 0 2 39
Feb 0 1 43
Mar 1 1 50
Apr 1 0 58
May 2 0 67
Jun 2 0 76
Jul 2 0 77
Aug 2 0 77
Sep 2 0 70
Oct 1 0 59
Nov 1 1 48
Dec 1 2 39

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 17% of residents leaning left and 79% leaning right.

Liberal (17%) (81%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 84%
Hillary Clinton 11%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, NM State Senate District 27, NM State House District 66, NM
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Schools

Tatum Elementary
<1 miles, W • 1.4 star
Tatum Jr High
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Tatum High
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Lea Elementary
21 miles, SW
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Colleges

University of the Southwest
34 miles, S • 1.9 star
New Mexico Junior College
35 miles, S • 1.4 star
South Plains College
59 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Nor-Lea Hospital District
20 miles, SW • 5 star
Lea Regional Medical Center
35 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Lea County Regional Airport
40 miles, S • 1 star
Roswell Air Center
70 miles, NW • 1 star
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