Alamogordo, New Mexico

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
30,996
Population
$50,721
Median Income
$148,500
Home Value
37.9
Median Age

Demographics

Alamogordo has a population of 30,996 with a median age of 37.9. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
70.8%
Hispanic
32.3%
Black
5.5%
Asian
2.1%
Demographic Value
Total Population30,996
Median Age37.9
White70.8%
Black or African American5.5%
Asian2.1%
Hispanic or Latino32.3%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Alamogordo is $50,721, which is 32.5% below the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $30,028. The poverty rate is 18.3%.

$50,721
Median Household Income
$30,028
Per Capita Income
18.3%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Alamogordo is 6.7%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Alamogordo, 91.6% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 24.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9.7% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
91.6%
Bachelor's+
24.8%
Graduate+
9.7%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher91.6%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher24.8%
Graduate or Professional Degree9.7%

Housing

The median home value in Alamogordo is $148,500, below the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $858. The homeownership rate is 60.3%.

$148,500
Median Home Value
$858/mo
Median Rent
60.3%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$148,500
Median Monthly Rent$858
Homeownership Rate60.3%
Vacancy Rate14.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Alamogordo, New Mexico?
The population of Alamogordo, New Mexico is 30,996 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Alamogordo, New Mexico?
The median household income in Alamogordo, New Mexico is $50,721. This is 32.5% below the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Alamogordo, New Mexico?
The median home value in Alamogordo, New Mexico is $148,500. The median monthly rent is $858.
What percentage of people in Alamogordo have a college degree?
In Alamogordo, New Mexico, 24.8% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 91.6% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Alamogordo, New Mexico an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Alamogordo, New Mexico is 2.9x (median home value $148,500 vs. median income $50,721), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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