Sunland Park

Sunland Park, New Mexico Overview

Sunland Park scores 48.3/100 overall (C), ranking #8 of 20 cities in New Mexico — above the state composite of 33.1. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 75/100, while Fiscal Health lags at 17/100.

Income & Employment in Sunland Park

The median household income in Sunland Park is $52,147, 9% below the statewide median of $57,488. Population grew 2.1% recently.

Safety in Sunland Park

At 411.7 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Sunland Park sits meaningfully below the New Mexico average of 717 — a 74% lower gap. The property crime rate is 755.8 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Sunland Park

The median home value is $194,900. Median monthly rent is $770. Renters spend 17.7% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Sunland Park

The adult obesity rate in Sunland Park is 41.5%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. Diabetes prevalence is elevated at 17.2%. Residents report an average of 16.9 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. New Mexico ranks #42 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Sunland Park

Sunland Park has a high school graduation rate of 82%. The student-teacher ratio of 13.2:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $18,250 per student, well above the national median. The city has 4 public schools serving 1,599 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Sunland Park

Summers in Sunland Park are hot, averaging 91.8°F. Summers average 91.8°F. Winters average 50.9°F. The area is arid, receiving only 11.1 inches of precipitation annually. The mean commute time is 28.8 minutes, compared to 20.9 for New Mexico overall.

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