Economy & Jobs — Tucumcari, New Mexico
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $31,844 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$45,500 |
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| Per Capita Income | $25,081 |
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| Poverty Rate | 34.3% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 11.2% |
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| In Labor Force | 2,343 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Arts Food | 28.1% |
| Education Healthcare | 23.4% |
| Retail | 12.4% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Hotels Motels | 14 |
| Gas Stations | 8 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 8 |
| Fast Food | 7 |
| Auto Repair | 5 |
| Commercial Banks | 4 |
| General Merchandise | 3 |
| Insurance Agencies | 3 |
| Law Offices | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
