What are the schools like in North Hobbs, NM?

School district data for North Hobbs is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in North Hobbs?

The median household income in North Hobbs, NM is $78,608 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 11.3%.

What is the weather like in North Hobbs, NM?

North Hobbs has an average high temperature of 55.1°F in January and 94.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 1.8 inches.

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

Q: Is North Hobbs, NM affordable or expensive?

North Hobbs's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means North Hobbs is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $208,000 and the median rent is $1,085 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in North Hobbs, NM?

North Hobbs has a violent crime rate of 558.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2953.4 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is North Hobbs, NM a Good Place to Live?

North Hobbs is a small town of 5,863 in New Mexico, with a median household income of $78,608 and a 11.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

Strengths: North Hobbs stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, short average commutes.

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

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

Cost of Living

Index: 95.5

North Hobbs's overall cost of living index is 95.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in North Hobbs costs roughly 4% less than the average American city.

Metric	North Hobbs, NM	National Avg
Median Home Value	$208,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,085	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	81.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$78,608	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Higher than Average

North Hobbs's violent crime rate is 558.6 per 100,000 residents — 47% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

558.6 /100k

Property Crime

2953.4 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Metric	North Hobbs, NM	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	16.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	82.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

North Hobbs sees average highs of 55.1°F in January and 94.1°F in July, with 13.8 inches of annual precipitation and 1.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	North Hobbs, NM
Average High — January	55.1°F
Average High — July	94.1°F
Annual Precipitation	13.8"
Annual Snowfall	1.8"

Demographics

Metric	North Hobbs, NM	National Avg
Population	5,863	—
Median Age	36.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	11.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	19.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	75.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	22.7%	18.9%
Asian	0.1%	6.3%
Under 18	27.5%	22.2%
65 and over	11.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in North Hobbs

North Hobbs, NM is covered by 1 ZIP code:

88242

North Hobbs vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is North Hobbs, NM affordable or expensive?

North Hobbs's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes North Hobbs roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $208,000 and median rent is $1,085/month.

What is the crime rate in North Hobbs, NM?

North Hobbs's violent crime rate is 558.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 2953.4 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in North Hobbs?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is North Hobbs, NM a good place to live?

North Hobbs, NM has a population of 5,863, a median household income of $78,608, and an unemployment rate of 11.3%. 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 North Hobbs?

North Hobbs averages 55.1°F in January and 94.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 13.8 inches with about 1.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in North Hobbs?

North Hobbs, NM is covered by 1 ZIP code: 88242.

What is the population of North Hobbs?

The population of North Hobbs, New Mexico is 5,863 with a median age of 36.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in North Hobbs?

Key numbers for living in North Hobbs: cost of living index 96 (100 = US average), median home $208,000, median household income $78,608, crime index 144 (100 = US average, lower is safer). Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare North Hobbs side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.