Living in Curry County, New Mexico

Curry County is a county in New Mexico with a population of around 50,398. The main communities are Clovis, Texico.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,055/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $158K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.3%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 53°F) and hot summers (highs around 89°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Curry County has young demographics, with a median age of 32 and a predominantly working-class population (19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.