Living in Lea County, New Mexico

Lea County is a county in New Mexico with a population of around 71,180. The main communities are Hobbs, Lovington, Eunice.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,317/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $167K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.9%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 57°F) and very hot summers (highs around 91°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Lea County has young demographics, with a median age of 32 and a predominantly working-class population (14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.