Dexter, NM

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
1,144 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
84.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,118 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
69.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$95,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$242 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$635 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Chaves County
6
Roswell Urban Area
6
New Mexico
6

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Chaves County
7
Roswell Urban Area
7
New Mexico
6

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 70% leaning right.

Liberal (26%) (70%) Conservative

Climate

Cold semi-arid climate. Dry grassland climate with cold winters and moderate seasonal temperature swings. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 3 40
Feb 0 2 44
Mar 1 1 50
Apr 1 0 58
May 1 0 67
Jun 2 0 75
Jul 2 0 77
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 2 0 70
Oct 1 0 60
Nov 1 1 48
Dec 1 3 40

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Dexter High
<1 miles, N · 1.9star
Dexter Middle
<1 miles, N · 1.4star
Dexter Elementary
<1 miles, NW · 1.4star
Hagerman Middle
6 miles, S · 1.4star
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Colleges

New Mexico Military Institute
17 miles, N · 2.3star
University of the Southwest
74 miles, SE · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Artesia General Hospital
24 miles, SW · 3.2star
Carlsbad Medical Center
52 miles, S · 2.3star
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Airports

Roswell Air Center
12 miles, NW · 1star
Lea County Regional Airport
75 miles, SE · 1star
El Paso International Airport
151 miles, W · 1.9star
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