Economy & Jobs — Elephant Butte, New Mexico
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $53,482 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$51,500 |
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| Per Capita Income | $36,575 |
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| Poverty Rate | 10.7% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 5.3% |
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| In Labor Force | 493 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Retail | 25.9% |
| Construction | 19.9% |
| Education Healthcare | 14.8% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Hotels Motels | 16 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 13 |
| Fast Food | 8 |
| Gas Stations | 7 |
| General Merchandise | 4 |
| Auto Repair | 4 |
| Commercial Banks | 4 |
| Law Offices | 4 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
