Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.59 |
| Below Poverty | 12.4% ▲ 24% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.8% ▼ 15% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 11% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 743 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 9,613 (27.6%) |
| Some College | 6,411 (18.4%) |
| Associates | 6,654 (19.1%) |
| Bachelors | 3,937 (11.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,498 (21.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $79,299 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $198,815 ▼ 29% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,128/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 26,518 |
| Vacant Units | 3,388 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Eddy County is located in New Mexico and encompasses 10 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 60,773 residents. With a median age of 34.41, it is a relatively young county.
Eddy County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $79,298 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 12.4% is above the national average.
Housing in Eddy County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $198,815 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,127. Homeownership rates are high at 74.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Eddy County are majority Hispanic (51.04%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 32.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Eddy County, NM is a middle-income area in New Mexico. The 10 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.