Living in Eddy County, New Mexico

Eddy County is a county in New Mexico with a population of around 57,578. The main communities are Carlsbad, Artesia.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $946/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $201K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.1%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 59°F) and very hot summers (highs around 92°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Eddy County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 35 and a predominantly working-class population (16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.