Farmington

Farmington, New Mexico Overview

Farmington scores 44.3/100 overall (D), ranking #13 of 20 cities in New Mexico — above the state composite of 33.1. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 80/100, while Safety lags at 25/100.

Income & Employment in Farmington

The median household income in Farmington is $63,745, 11% above the statewide median of $57,488. The local unemployment rate of 4.3% is higher than the state’s 4%. Population declined 0.1%.

Safety in Farmington

With a violent crime rate of 1071 per 100,000, Farmington exceeds the New Mexico average of 717. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 2586 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Farmington

With a cost of living index of 86.5, Farmington is well below the national average of 100, offering meaningful savings on everyday expenses. The median home value is $225,400. Median monthly rent is $993. Renters spend 18.7% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Farmington

The adult obesity rate in Farmington is 33.3% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 12%. Residents report an average of 18.9 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. New Mexico ranks #42 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Farmington

Farmington has a high school graduation rate of 78.4%. The student-teacher ratio is 15.7:1. Per-pupil spending is $12,791. The city has 19 public schools serving 11,152 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Farmington

The annual average temperature in Farmington is 50.3°F. Summers average 71.6°F. Winters average 29.9°F. Annual precipitation is 19.2 inches. The average commute of 17.4 minutes is notably short.

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