City vs city
Carlsbad, NM vs Santa Fe, NM
| Carlsbad | Santa Fe | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 31,813 | 88,224 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Median home value | $187,900 | $411,500 |
| Median rent | $1,206 | $1,380 |
| Household income | $78,277 | $70,110 |
| Unemployment | 4.4% | 5.1% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 12% | 22% |
| State crime /100k | 2,999 | 2,999 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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