Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.81 |
| Below Poverty | 20.9% ▲ 109% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.2% ▼ 32% below avg |
| Unemployment | 14.6% ▲ 198% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 46 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,633 (33.8%) |
| Some College | 1,482 (19%) |
| Associates | 1,577 (20.3%) |
| Bachelors | 791 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,254 (16.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $44,870 ▼ 41% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $171,977 ▼ 38% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $822/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 5,966 |
| Vacant Units | 1,304 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Torrance County is located in New Mexico and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 12,903 residents. With a median age of 31.39, it is a relatively young county.
Torrance County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $44,869 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 14.6%, more than double the national average. The poverty rate of 20.9% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Torrance County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $171,977 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $822. Homeownership rates are high at 82.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Torrance County are racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 48.5%. Educational attainment is moderately educated — 26.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Torrance County, NM is a working-class area in New Mexico. The 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88321 | Encino | 430 | $78,641 | $1,096,500 | — | 0.0% | 85.0% |
| 87016 | Estancia | 2,897 | $44,129 | $117,400 | $823 | 25.0% | 31.9% |
| 87035 | Moriarty | 6,847 | $40,688 | $147,600 | $797 | 13.9% | 16.9% |
| 87036 | Mountainair | 2,052 | $49,338 | $147,700 | $906 | 7.9% | 36.7% |
| 87061 | Torreon | 285 | $44,008 | $161,900 | — | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 87063 | Willard | 262 | $72,857 | $96,300 | — | 14.8% | 47.7% |