Economy & Jobs — Columbus, New Mexico
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $26,090 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$28,000 |
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| Per Capita Income | $13,533 |
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| Poverty Rate | 22.7% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 6.3% |
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| In Labor Force | 329 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 37.7% |
| Manufacturing | 17.8% |
| Construction | 15.4% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Full Service Restaurants | 21 |
| Fast Food | 16 |
| Hotels Motels | 14 |
| Gas Stations | 10 |
| Child Day Care | 10 |
| Auto Repair | 7 |
| Physician Offices | 7 |
| General Merchandise | 6 |
| Dental Offices | 6 |
| Commercial Banks | 4 |
| Insurance Agencies | 4 |
| Convenience Stores | 3 |
| Real Estate Offices | 3 |
| Fitness Centers | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
