Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 52.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.13 |
| Below Poverty | 24.5% ▲ 145% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.2% ▼ 19% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.8% ▼ 42% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 67 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,796 (33.2%) |
| Some College | 1,223 (14.5%) |
| Associates | 1,765 (20.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,125 (13.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,449 (17.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $35,504 ▼ 53% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $143,331 ▼ 49% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $777/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 8,119 |
| Vacant Units | 2,720 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Sierra County is located in New Mexico and encompasses 10 ZIP codes spanning 10 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 11,491 residents. With a median age of 52.6, it is a mature county.
Sierra County has a lower-income economic profile. The median household income of $35,504 is well below the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.8%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 24.5% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Sierra County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $143,331 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $777. Homeownership rates are high at 69.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Sierra County are majority White (63.78%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Sierra County, NM is a lower-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.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87930 | Arrey | 775 | $77,578 | $228,000 | — | 0.0% | 44.5% |
| 87935 | Elephant Butte | 1,848 | $44,891 | $180,800 | $1,152 | 3.7% | 29.1% |
| 88042 | Hillsboro | 372 | $15,385 | $193,300 | — | 0.0% | 9.6% |
| 87901 | Truth Or Consequences | 6,459 | $27,868 | $114,800 | $674 | 0.9% | 34.5% |
| 87942 | Williamsburg | 1,114 | $39,792 | $105,900 | $756 | 17.8% | 12.1% |
| 87943 | Winston | 217 | $45,074 | — | — | 0.0% | 28.1% |