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Ruidoso Downs, NM
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Population: 2,618
Home Price:
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Overview
Ruidoso Downs is a small town in the state of New Mexico with a population of 2,618. Ruidoso Downs has a four seasons climate.
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Small Town
Living Costs:
Medium Cost
Employment:
(C) Average
Cultural Diversity:
(A) Excellent
Residents:
Young Professionals
School Rating:
NA
Safety Rating:
(F) Poor
Public Transport:
(D) Fair
Average Commute:
15.6 minutes
Walkability:
(F) Poor
Climate:
Four Seasons
Shopping Mall:
-
Near Beach or Lake:
Yes
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
-
Social and Economic Statistics of Ruidoso Downs, NM
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Ruidoso Downs
New Mexico
United States
Per Capita Income
$16,572
$28,049
$32,693
Median Household Income
$26,597
$53,812
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
3.7%
7.9%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
30.9%
17.4%
10.5%
Age
Ruidoso Downs
New Mexico
United States
Median Age
34.6
44.7
42.3
Gender
Ruidoso Downs
New Mexico
United States
Male
46.0%
49.6%
49.8%
Female
54.0%
50.4%
50.2%
Race
Ruidoso Downs
New Mexico
United States
White
73.3%
61.9%
80.3%
Black or African American
1.7%
1.0%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
3.9%
16.9%
2.7%
Asian
0.0%
0.5%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.0%
0.1%
0.2%
Other Race
5.0%
9.8%
2.7%
Multiracial
16.1%
9.9%
5.2%
Housing Information
Ruidoso Downs
New Mexico
United States
Median Home Price
$184,937
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$505
$667
$801
Family Households
33.4%
33.4%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
38.2%
38.2%
26.2%
Homeowners
54.9%
79.3%
72.9%
Renters
45.1%
20.7%
27.1%
Education
Ruidoso Downs
New Mexico
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
6.5%
9.5%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
54.6%
54.6%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
23.1%
23.6%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
0.8%
8.9%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
1.1%
12.0%
15.0%
Proficiency
Ruidoso Downs
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
Ruidoso Downs
New Mexico
United States
Murder
0.0
5.8
3.0
Rape
0.0
23.5
38.0
Robbery
38.8
37.1
40.7
Assault
699.0
420.6
188.5
Property Crime
Ruidoso Downs
New Mexico
United States
Burglary
1242.7
509.0
336.1
Theft
2835.0
1291.1
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
271.8
190.3
167.1
Arson
NA
20.6
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Ruidoso Downs, NM
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
red wine
wine
hot dog
calamari
hot dogs
mexican
food drinks
cheese
beer
shrimp
pie
vegetarian
pizza
gravy
taco bell
restaurant
cafe
kosher
togo
tamales
softball
football
video games
little league
nfl
horse racing
racing
teams
sports teams
golf
womens sports
baseball
poker
mlb
sports analyst
disc golf
pop culture
shof
coaching
mlb ytd
inspired by
gallery
fine arts
crafts
xppen
nature
poster
library
studios
filmmaking
artworks
independent films
imagery
composition
artists
fashion
logos
illustration
creative
drawings
ruidoso nm
video games
books
tv shows
disc golf
pokemon
huntingfishing
anime
theme parks
hiking
adventures
legos
gaming
vacations
cycling
youtuber
camping
toys
memes
hunting
local news
sports
food drinks
tv
recreation
tv shows
theme park
pop culture
ktsm
drama
hollywood
comedy
arts
studios
theme parks
filmmaking
journalism
independent films
uncensored
radio personality
bearadise
cabin
mountain
summer
luxury cabin
sports
hot tub
conservation
mountains
snow tubing
space
ski
recreational
winter
nature
rec
landscaping
selfguided tour
indoors
arts
post office
free shipping
tasting room
gas station
deals
gift card
crafts
starbucks
jamesway
hooters
amazon
clothing
merch
bike shop
restocking
accessories
restaurant
cafe
sodas
charm bracelets
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