Artesia

Artesia, New Mexico Overview

With a composite score of 50.3/100 and a C+ grade, Artesia ranks #4 of 20 cities in New Mexico. Its strongest showing is in Affordability (73/100), while Livability (31/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Artesia

The median household income in Artesia is $77,647, 35% above the statewide median of $57,488. Population grew 0.5% recently.

Safety in Artesia

At 214.1 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Artesia sits meaningfully below the New Mexico average of 717 — a 235% lower gap. The property crime rate is 2840.7 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Artesia

The median home value is $213,800. Median monthly rent is $875. Renters spend 13.5% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Artesia

The adult obesity rate in Artesia is 39.9%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 11.6%. Residents report an average of 16.8 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. New Mexico ranks #42 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Artesia

Artesia has a high school graduation rate of 77%. The student-teacher ratio is 15.1:1. Per-pupil spending is $13,325. The city has 9 public schools serving 3,704 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Artesia

Artesia enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 59.7°F. Summers average 84.6°F. Winters average 44.3°F. The area is arid, receiving only 14 inches of precipitation annually. The average commute of 14.3 minutes is notably short.

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