Roswell, New Mexico

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
48,035
Population
$48,298
Median Income
$130,200
Home Value
35.5
Median Age

Demographics

Roswell has a population of 48,035 with a median age of 35.5. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
68.1%
Hispanic
61.2%
Black
1.8%
Asian
1.4%
Demographic Value
Total Population48,035
Median Age35.5
White68.1%
Black or African American1.8%
Asian1.4%
Hispanic or Latino61.2%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Roswell is $48,298, which is 35.7% below the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $25,906. The poverty rate is 23.2%.

$48,298
Median Household Income
$25,906
Per Capita Income
23.2%
Poverty Rate

Employment

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

Education

In Roswell, 81.5% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 18.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7.3% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
81.5%
Bachelor's+
18.4%
Graduate+
7.3%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher81.5%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher18.4%
Graduate or Professional Degree7.3%

Housing

The median home value in Roswell is $130,200, below the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $855. The homeownership rate is 64.3%.

$130,200
Median Home Value
$855/mo
Median Rent
64.3%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$130,200
Median Monthly Rent$855
Homeownership Rate64.3%
Vacancy Rate12.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Roswell, New Mexico?
The population of Roswell, New Mexico is 48,035 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Roswell, New Mexico?
The median household income in Roswell, New Mexico is $48,298. This is 35.7% below the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Roswell, New Mexico?
The median home value in Roswell, New Mexico is $130,200. The median monthly rent is $855.
What percentage of people in Roswell have a college degree?
In Roswell, New Mexico, 18.4% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 81.5% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Roswell, New Mexico an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Roswell, New Mexico is 2.7x (median home value $130,200 vs. median income $48,298), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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