What are the schools like in Lake Sumner, NM?

Lake Sumner is served primarily by FORT SUMNER. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.0:1.

What is the median household income in Lake Sumner?

The median household income in Lake Sumner, NM is N/A according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 51.9%.

What is the weather like in Lake Sumner, NM?

Lake Sumner has an average high temperature of 55.1°F in January and 95.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 9.5 inches.

Lake Sumner, NM Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: What is the crime rate in Lake Sumner, NM?

Lake Sumner has a violent crime rate of 514.9 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1144.2 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Lake Sumner, NM a Good Place to Live?

Lake Sumner is a small town of 79 in New Mexico, with a median household income of N/A and a 51.9% unemployment rate.

Strengths: Lake Sumner stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B+).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Lake Sumner is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Lake Sumner city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Cost of living data is based on the Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities for the Lake Sumner metro area.

Metric	Lake Sumner, NM	National Avg
Median Home Value	$9,999	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	100.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	N/A	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

Lake Sumner's violent crime rate is 514.9 per 100,000 residents — 36% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

514.9 /100k

Property Crime

1144.2 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Lake Sumner is served primarily by FORT SUMNER. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Lake Sumner, NM	National Avg
School District	FORT SUMNER	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	13.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	45.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Lake Sumner sees average highs of 55.1°F in January and 95.5°F in July, with 14.0 inches of annual precipitation and 9.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Lake Sumner, NM
Average High — January	55.1°F
Average High — July	95.5°F
Annual Precipitation	14.0"
Annual Snowfall	9.5"

Demographics

Metric	Lake Sumner, NM	National Avg
Population	79	—
Median Age	37.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	51.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	N/A	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	27.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	72.2%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	0.0%	22.2%
65 and over	2.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Fort Sumner, NM 14 mi Puerto de Luna, NM 19 mi Santa Rosa, NM 27 mi House, NM 28 mi Newkirk, NM 31 mi

ZIP Codes in Lake Sumner

Lake Sumner, NM is covered by 1 ZIP code:

88119

Lake Sumner vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lake Sumner, NM affordable or expensive?

Lake Sumner has a median home value of $9,999 and median rent of N/A/month against a median household income of N/A.

What is the crime rate in Lake Sumner, NM?

Lake Sumner's violent crime rate is 514.9 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1144.2 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Lake Sumner?

Public schools in Lake Sumner are operated by FORT SUMNER. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.0:1. 13.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Lake Sumner, NM a good place to live?

Lake Sumner, NM has a population of 79, a median household income of N/A, and an unemployment rate of 51.9%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Lake Sumner?

Lake Sumner averages 55.1°F in January and 95.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 14.0 inches with about 9.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Lake Sumner?

Lake Sumner, NM is covered by 1 ZIP code: 88119.

What is the population of Lake Sumner?

The population of Lake Sumner, New Mexico is 79 with a median age of 37.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Lake Sumner?

Key numbers for living in Lake Sumner: median home $9,999, median household income N/A, crime index 103 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Lake Sumner side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.