Hobbs, New Mexico

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
39,782
Population
$63,804
Median Income
$165,000
Home Value
30.8
Median Age

Demographics

Hobbs has a population of 39,782 with a median age of 30.8. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

Hispanic
62.8%
White
57.7%
Black
5.9%
Asian
1.0%
Demographic Value
Total Population39,782
Median Age30.8
White57.7%
Black or African American5.9%
Asian1.0%
Hispanic or Latino62.8%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Hobbs is $63,804, which is 15.1% below the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $30,660. The poverty rate is 18.9%.

$63,804
Median Household Income
$30,660
Per Capita Income
18.9%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Hobbs is 7.4%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Hobbs, 77.3% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 15.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6.7% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
77.3%
Bachelor's+
15.7%
Graduate+
6.7%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher77.3%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher15.7%
Graduate or Professional Degree6.7%

Housing

The median home value in Hobbs is $165,000, below the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $1,067. The homeownership rate is 61.4%.

$165,000
Median Home Value
$1,067/mo
Median Rent
61.4%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$165,000
Median Monthly Rent$1,067
Homeownership Rate61.4%
Vacancy Rate11.4%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Hobbs, New Mexico?
The population of Hobbs, New Mexico is 39,782 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hobbs, New Mexico?
The median household income in Hobbs, New Mexico is $63,804. This is 15.1% below the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Hobbs, New Mexico?
The median home value in Hobbs, New Mexico is $165,000. The median monthly rent is $1,067.
What percentage of people in Hobbs have a college degree?
In Hobbs, New Mexico, 15.7% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 77.3% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Hobbs, New Mexico an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Hobbs, New Mexico is 2.6x (median home value $165,000 vs. median income $63,804), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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