Albuquerque

Albuquerque, New Mexico Overview

Albuquerque scores 45.6/100 overall (C), ranking #11 of 20 cities in New Mexico — above the state composite of 33.1. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 77/100, while Safety lags at 9/100.

Income & Employment in Albuquerque

The median household income in Albuquerque is $67,907, 18% above the statewide median of $57,488. The local unemployment rate of 3.7% is lower than the state’s 4%. Population declined 0.1%.

Safety in Albuquerque

With a violent crime rate of 1323.4 per 100,000, Albuquerque exceeds the New Mexico average of 717. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 4756.5 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Albuquerque

Albuquerque has a cost of living index of 93 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $266,700. Median monthly rent is $1,085. Renters spend 19.2% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Albuquerque

The adult obesity rate in Albuquerque is 32.9% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 11.3%. Residents report an average of 16.2 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. New Mexico ranks #42 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Albuquerque

The high school graduation rate in Albuquerque is 74.5%, below the national average and a challenge for the community. The student-teacher ratio of 13.7:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Per-pupil spending is $15,001. The city has 183 public schools serving 82,705 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Albuquerque

Albuquerque enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 58.3°F. Summers average 76.2°F. Winters average 42.4°F. Annual precipitation is 16 inches.

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