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Carlsbad, NM
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Population: 31,525
Home Price: $159,500
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Overview
Carlsbad is a small city in the state of New Mexico with a population of 31,525. Carlsbad has a hot summer and mild winter climate. The presence of parks and green space will enable you to spend time in the outdoors
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Small City
Living Costs:
Medium Cost
Employment:
(B) Good
Cultural Diversity:
(A) Excellent
Residents:
Families
School Rating:
NA
Safety Rating:
NA
Public Transport:
(B) Good
Average Commute:
21.4 minutes
Walkability:
(C) Average
Climate:
Hot Summer and Mild Winter
Shopping Mall:
-
Near Beach or Lake:
Yes
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
Yes
Social and Economic Statistics of Carlsbad, NM
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Carlsbad
New Mexico
United States
Per Capita Income
$32,907
$28,049
$32,693
Median Household Income
$70,745
$53,812
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
2.7%
7.9%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
12.5%
17.4%
10.5%
Age
Carlsbad
New Mexico
United States
Median Age
35.1
44.7
42.3
Gender
Carlsbad
New Mexico
United States
Male
51.5%
49.6%
49.8%
Female
48.5%
50.4%
50.2%
Race
Carlsbad
New Mexico
United States
White
75.5%
61.9%
80.3%
Black or African American
1.7%
1.0%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
1.4%
16.9%
2.7%
Asian
1.3%
0.5%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.0%
0.1%
0.2%
Other Race
8.8%
9.8%
2.7%
Multiracial
11.4%
9.9%
5.2%
Housing Information
Carlsbad
New Mexico
United States
Median Home Price
$159,500
$184,937
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$951
$667
$801
Family Households
45.9%
45.9%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
22.6%
22.6%
26.2%
Homeowners
70.1%
79.3%
72.9%
Renters
29.9%
20.7%
27.1%
Education
Carlsbad
New Mexico
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
11.5%
9.5%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
32.3%
32.3%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
23.6%
23.6%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
9.7%
8.9%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
11.3%
12.0%
15.0%
Proficiency
Carlsbad
New Mexico
United States
Mathematics
NA%
24.1%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
NA%
33.8%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Carlsbad
New Mexico
United States
Murder
NA
5.8
3.0
Rape
NA
23.5
38.0
Robbery
NA
37.1
40.7
Assault
NA
420.6
188.5
Property Crime
Carlsbad
New Mexico
United States
Burglary
NA
509.0
336.1
Theft
NA
1291.1
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
NA
190.3
167.1
Arson
NA
20.6
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Carlsbad, NM
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
an environmentally
pizza
fast food
thanksgiving dinner
blue cheese
spicy food
comfort food
beer
chinese food
steak
cheese
locally grown
breakfast lunch
burritos
chicken salad
chicken sandwich
mexican
tacos
garlic bread
burger
college football
video games
football
college basketball
basketball
baseball
golf
pickleball
disc golf
wrestling
usmnt
nfl
teams
gaming
softball
parenting
outdoor activities
recruiting
fitness
racing
gallery
pottery
creative projects
creative
comics
nature
textiles
library
independent films
fashion
cover art
creation
archaeology
artistry
exhibits
poster
artsy
artifacts
comic
antiques
spending time
single dad
video games
business ownerentrepreneur
horror movies
fast cars
anime
books
fishing
disc golf
comics
memes
gaming
outdoor activities
pokmon
hiking
adventures
legos
fitness
hunting
family friendly
music videos
arts
communications
sports
outdoor
creative
television
tv
comedy
independent films
fashion
gaming
marketing
celebrity
uncensored
fitness wellness
promos
drama
ent
family friendly
recreational
summer
facility
mountains
space
arts
winter
birding
conservation
pickleball
sports
visitors
wildlife
fishing
backyard
nature
hiking trails
outdoor adventures
offroading
gas station
home depot
retail store
pharmacy
shop local
starbucks
pre order
preowned
retail stores
shopping center
walmart
laundry soap
vendor event
holiday shopping
locally owned restaurants
restock
lowes
bulk
albertsons
deals
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