Hobbs

Hobbs, New Mexico Overview

Hobbs scores 45.9/100 overall (C), ranking #10 of 20 cities in New Mexico — above the state composite of 33.1. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 72/100, while Safety lags at 14/100.

Income & Employment in Hobbs

The median household income in Hobbs is $65,691, 14% above the statewide median of $57,488. The local unemployment rate of 3.5% is lower than the state’s 4%. Population grew 2.3% recently.

Safety in Hobbs

With a violent crime rate of 883.7 per 100,000, Hobbs exceeds the New Mexico average of 717. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 5031.3 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Hobbs

The median home value is $180,700. Median monthly rent is $1,132. Renters spend 20.7% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Hobbs

The adult obesity rate in Hobbs is 36.7%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 11.2%. Residents report an average of 17.9 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. New Mexico ranks #42 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Hobbs

Hobbs has a high school graduation rate of 85%. The student-teacher ratio is 16.5:1. Per-pupil spending is $13,294. The city has 18 public schools serving 10,150 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Hobbs

Hobbs enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 60.6°F. Summers average 76.7°F. Winters average 45.6°F. Annual precipitation is 19.7 inches.

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