Sheep Springs, NM

Q: What is the Total Population of Sheep Springs?

Total Population of Sheep Springs is 362.

Q: What is the Total Male Population of Sheep Springs?

Total Male Population of Sheep Springs is 191.

Q: What is the Total Female Population of Sheep Springs?

Total Female Population of Sheep Springs is 171.

Q: What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Sheep Springs?

There are 111.70 Males per 100 Females in Sheep Springs.

Q: What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Sheep Springs?

There are 89.53 Females per 100 Males in Sheep Springs.

Q: What is the Median Population Age in Sheep Springs?

Median Population Age in Sheep Springs is 30.3 Years.

Q: What is the Average Family Size in Sheep Springs

Average Family Size in Sheep Springs is 4.6 People.

Q: What is the Average Household Size in Sheep Springs

Average Household Size in Sheep Springs is 4.4 People.

Q: What is Per Capita Income in Sheep Springs?

Per Capita income in Sheep Springs is $11,062.

Q: What is the Median Family Income in Sheep Springs?

Median Family Income in Sheep Springs is $20,417.

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Sheep Springs Map

Sheep Springs Overview

362

TOTAL POPULATION

191

MALE POPULATION

171

FEMALE POPULATION

111.70

MALES / 100 FEMALES

89.53

FEMALES / 100 MALES

30.3

MEDIAN AGE

4.6

AVG FAMILY SIZE

4.4

AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE

$11,062

PER CAPITA INCOME

$20,417

AVG FAMILY INCOME

$19,886

AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

30.5%

WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]

69.5¢/ $1

WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]

0.50

INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX

124

LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]

45.8%

PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE

18.5%

UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Sheep Springs Zip Codes

87364

Sheep Springs Area Codes

505

Race in Sheep Springs

The most populous races in Sheep Springs are Native / Alaskan (360 | 99.5%), Hispanic or Latino (2 | 0.5%), and Two or more Races (2 | 0.5%).

Race	# Population	% Population
Asian	0	0.0%
Black / African American	0	0.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific	0	0.0%
Hispanic or Latino	2	0.5%
Native / Alaskan	360	99.5%
White / Caucasian	0	0.0%
Two or more Races	2	0.5%
Some other Race	0	0.0%
Total	362	100.0%

Ancestry in Sheep Springs

The most populous ancestries reported in Sheep Springs are Navajo (357 | 98.6%), Apache (5 | 1.4%), and Mexican (2 | 0.5%), together accounting for 100.6% of all Sheep Springs residents.

Ancestry	# Population	% Population
Apache	5	1.4%
Mexican	2	0.5%
Navajo	357	98.6%
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Immigrants in Sheep Springs

Immigration Origin	# Population	% Population
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Sex and Age in Sheep Springs

The most populous age groups in Sheep Springs are 30 to 34 Years (28 | 14.7%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (33 | 19.3%) for women.

Age Bracket	Male	Female
Under 5 Years	20 (10.5%)	8 (4.7%)
5 to 9 Years	1 (0.5%)	9 (5.3%)
10 to 14 Years	12 (6.3%)	33 (19.3%)
15 to 19 Years	20 (10.5%)	10 (5.9%)
20 to 24 Years	14 (7.3%)	16 (9.4%)
25 to 29 Years	15 (7.9%)	20 (11.7%)
30 to 34 Years	28 (14.7%)	19 (11.1%)
35 to 39 Years	6 (3.1%)	0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Years	4 (2.1%)	11 (6.4%)
45 to 49 Years	18 (9.4%)	3 (1.8%)
50 to 54 Years	7 (3.7%)	6 (3.5%)
55 to 59 Years	13 (6.8%)	5 (2.9%)
60 to 64 Years	19 (10.0%)	18 (10.5%)
65 to 69 Years	5 (2.6%)	6 (3.5%)
70 to 74 Years	7 (3.7%)	3 (1.8%)
75 to 79 Years	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
80 to 84 Years	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.6%)
85 Years and over	2 (1.1%)	3 (1.8%)
Total	191 (100.0%)	171 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Sheep Springs

Median Family Size in Sheep Springs

The median family size in Sheep Springs is 4.64 persons per family, with single female/mother families (33 | 45.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 5.82 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (11 | 15.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.45 persons per family.

Family Type	# Families	Family Size
Married-Couple	29 (39.7%)	3.76
Single Male/Father	11 (15.1%)	3.45
Single Female/Mother	33 (45.2%)	5.82
Total Families	73 (100.0%)	4.64

Median Household Size in Sheep Springs

Household Type	# Households	Household Size
Married-Couple	29 (34.9%)	3.76
Single Male/Father	11 (13.3%)	3.64
Single Female/Mother	33 (39.8%)	6.15
Non-family	10 (12.0%)	-
Total Households	83 (100.0%)	4.36

Household Size by Marriage Status in Sheep Springs

Out of a total of 83 households in Sheep Springs, 73 (87.9%) are family households, while 10 (12.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 3-person households, comprising 30, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 10.

Household Size	Family Households	Nonfamily Households
1-Person Households	-	10 (12.0%)
2-Person Households	22 (26.5%)	0 (0.0%)
3-Person Households	30 (36.1%)	0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households	4 (4.8%)	0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households	7 (8.4%)	0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households	6 (7.2%)	0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households	4 (4.8%)	0 (0.0%)
Total	73 (87.9%)	10 (12.0%)

Female Fertility in Sheep Springs

Fertility by Age in Sheep Springs

Average fertility rate in Sheep Springs is 37.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 55.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.

Age Bracket	Women with Births	Births / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years	0 (0.0%)	0.0
20 to 34 years	3 (100.0%)	55.0
35 to 50 years	0 (0.0%)	0.0
Total	3 (100.0%)	37.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Sheep Springs

Age Bracket	Married	Unmarried
15 to 19 years	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years	3 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Total	3 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Sheep Springs

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Sheep Springs

Educational Attainment	Women with Births	Births / 1,000 Women
Less than High School	0 (0.0%)	0.0
High School Diploma	3 (100.0%)	188.0
College or Associate's Degree	0 (0.0%)	0.0
Bachelor's Degree	0 (0.0%)	0.0
Graduate Degree	0 (0.0%)	0.0
Total	3 (100.0%)	37.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Sheep Springs

Educational Attainment	Married	Unmarried
Less than High School	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma	3 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Total	3 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)

Income in Sheep Springs

Income Overview in Sheep Springs

Per Capita Income in Sheep Springs is $11,062, while median incomes of families and households are $20,417 and $19,886 respectively.

Characteristic	Number	Measure
Per Capita Income	362	$11,062
Median Family Income	73	$20,417
Mean Family Income	73	$38,804
Median Household Income	83	$19,886
Mean Household Income	83	$37,258
Income Deficit	73	$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)	362	30.49%
Wage / Income Gap ($)	362	69.51¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index	362	0.50

Earnings by Sex in Sheep Springs

Average Earnings in Sheep Springs are $23,375, $24,500 for men and $17,031 for women, a difference of 30.5%.

Sex	Number	Average Earnings
Male	66 (49.6%)	$24,500
Female	67 (50.4%)	$17,031
Total	133 (100.0%)	$23,375

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Sheep Springs

The most common earnings brackets in Sheep Springs are $30,000 to $34,999 for men (12 | 18.2%) and $2,500 to $4,999 for women (16 | 23.9%).

Income	Male	Female
$2,499 or less	4 (6.1%)	2 (3.0%)
$2,500 to $4,999	0 (0.0%)	16 (23.9%)
$5,000 to $7,499	3 (4.5%)	4 (6.0%)
$7,500 to $9,999	10 (15.1%)	0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,499	3 (4.5%)	0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,999	0 (0.0%)	5 (7.5%)
$15,000 to $17,499	3 (4.5%)	8 (11.9%)
$17,500 to $19,999	0 (0.0%)	3 (4.5%)
$20,000 to $22,499	2 (3.0%)	0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,999	10 (15.1%)	0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,999	5 (7.6%)	3 (4.5%)
$30,000 to $34,999	12 (18.2%)	0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,999	6 (9.1%)	15 (22.4%)
$40,000 to $44,999	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,999	8 (12.1%)	6 (9.0%)
$50,000 to $54,999	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,999	0 (0.0%)	2 (3.0%)
$65,000 to $74,999	0 (0.0%)	3 (4.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
$100,000+	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Total	66 (100.0%)	67 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Sheep Springs

Average earnings in Sheep Springs are $27,500 for men and $25,833 for women, a difference of 6.1%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $30,375, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $30,375. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $48,750, while those with bachelor's degree education have the smallest earnings of $48,750.

Educational Attainment	Male Income	Female Income
Less than High School	-	-
High School Diploma	$30,375	$0
College or Associate's Degree	-	-
Bachelor's Degree	-	-
Graduate Degree	-	-
Total	$27,500	$25,833

Family Income in Sheep Springs

Family Income Brackets in Sheep Springs

According to the Sheep Springs family income data, there are 16 families falling into the $15,000 to $24,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.9% of all families.

Income Bracket	# Families	% Families
Less than $10,000	9	12.3%
$10,000 to $14,999	14	19.2%
$15,000 to $24,999	16	21.9%
$25,000 to $34,999	7	9.6%
$35,000 to $49,999	10	13.7%
$50,000 to $74,999	3	4.1%
$75,000 to $99,999	7	9.6%
$100,000 to $149,999	6	8.2%
$150,000 to $199,999	1	1.4%
$200,000+	0	0.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Sheep Springs

3-person families (31 | 42.5%) account for the highest median family income in Sheep Springs with $35,156 per family, while 3-person families (31 | 42.5%) have the highest median income of $11,719 per family member.

Income Bracket	# Families	Median Income
2-Person Families	24 (32.9%)	$11,458
3-Person Families	31 (42.5%)	$35,156
4-Person Families	3 (4.1%)	$0
5-Person Families	9 (12.3%)	$0
6-Person Families	2 (2.7%)	$0
7+ Person Families	4 (5.5%)	$0
Total	73 (100.0%)	$20,417

Family Income by Number of Earners in Sheep Springs

Number of Earners	# Families	Median Income
No Earners	16 (21.9%)	$16,250
1 Earner	27 (37.0%)	$17,321
2 Earners	21 (28.8%)	$0
3+ Earners	9 (12.3%)	$98,750
Total	73 (100.0%)	$20,417

Household Income in Sheep Springs

Household Income Brackets in Sheep Springs

With 23 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Sheep Springs, accounting for 27.7% of all households.

Income Bracket	# Households	% Households
Less than $10,000	9	10.8%
$10,000 to $14,999	15	18.1%
$15,000 to $24,999	23	27.7%
$25,000 to $34,999	7	8.4%
$35,000 to $49,999	10	12.0%
$50,000 to $74,999	5	6.0%
$75,000 to $99,999	7	8.4%
$100,000 to $149,999	6	7.2%
$150,000 to $199,999	1	1.2%
$200,000+	0	0.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Sheep Springs

The median household income in Sheep Springs is $19,886, with the highest median household income of $35,625 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 24 households (28.9%) fall into this category.

Income Bracket	# Households	Median Income
15 to 24 Years	0 (0.0%)	$0
25 to 44 Years	24 (28.9%)	$35,625
45 to 64 Years	40 (48.2%)	$17,500
65+ Years	19 (22.9%)	$19,583
Total	83 (100.0%)	$19,886

Poverty in Sheep Springs

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Sheep Springs

With 45.6% poverty level for males and 40.2% for females among the residents of Sheep Springs, 35 to 44 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 10 males (100.0%) and 4 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.

Age Bracket	Male	Female
Under 5 Years	7 (35.0%)	6 (75.0%)
5 Years	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years	0 (0.0%)	11 (33.3%)
12 to 14 Years	3 (25.0%)	4 (80.0%)
15 Years	3 (37.5%)	0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years	4 (80.0%)	0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years	11 (52.4%)	0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years	9 (20.9%)	10 (25.6%)
35 to 44 Years	10 (100.0%)	7 (63.6%)
45 to 54 Years	15 (60.0%)	6 (66.7%)
55 to 64 Years	18 (56.2%)	13 (56.5%)
65 to 74 Years	5 (41.7%)	7 (77.8%)
75 Years and over	2 (100.0%)	4 (100.0%)
Total	87 (45.6%)	68 (40.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Sheep Springs

According to the poverty statistics in Sheep Springs, males aged 6 to 11 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.

Age Bracket	Male	Female
Under 5 Years	13 (65.0%)	2 (25.0%)
5 Years	0 (0.0%)	2 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years	1 (100.0%)	22 (66.7%)
12 to 14 Years	9 (75.0%)	1 (20.0%)
15 Years	5 (62.5%)	0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years	1 (20.0%)	3 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years	10 (47.6%)	23 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years	34 (79.1%)	29 (74.4%)
35 to 44 Years	0 (0.0%)	4 (36.4%)
45 to 54 Years	10 (40.0%)	3 (33.3%)
55 to 64 Years	14 (43.8%)	10 (43.5%)
65 to 74 Years	7 (58.3%)	2 (22.2%)
75 Years and over	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Total	104 (54.4%)	101 (59.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Sheep Springs

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Sheep Springs show that 69.0% or 20 of the total 29 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 75.0%, comprising of 6 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 66.7%, which includes 14 families.

Children	Above Poverty	Below Poverty
No Children	7 (33.3%)	14 (66.7%)
1 or 2 Children	2 (25.0%)	6 (75.0%)
3 or 4 Children	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Total	9 (31.0%)	20 (69.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Sheep Springs

According to the poverty data in Sheep Springs, 18.2% or 2 single-father households and 57.6% or 19 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 households (22.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.

Children	Single Father	Single Mother
No Children	2 (22.2%)	9 (100.0%)
1 or 2 Children	0 (0.0%)	8 (44.4%)
3 or 4 Children	0 (0.0%)	2 (66.7%)
5 or more Children	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Total	2 (18.2%)	19 (57.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Sheep Springs

The poverty data for Sheep Springs shows that 20 of the married-couple family households (69.0%) and 21 of the single-parent households (47.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 households (75.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 household (66.7%) living below poverty.

Children	Married-Couple Families	Single-Parent Households
No Children	14 (66.7%)	11 (61.1%)
1 or 2 Children	6 (75.0%)	8 (40.0%)
3 or 4 Children	0 (0.0%)	2 (66.7%)
5 or more Children	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Total	20 (69.0%)	21 (47.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Sheep Springs

Employment by Class of Employer in Sheep Springs

Among the 101 employed individuals in Sheep Springs, private company employees (49 | 48.5%), local government employees (25 | 24.7%), and state government employees (17 | 16.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.

Employer Class	# Employees	% Employees
Private Company Employees	49	48.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)	0	0.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)	6	5.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations	4	4.0%
Local Government Employees	25	24.7%
State Government Employees	17	16.8%
Federal Government Employees	0	0.0%
Unpaid Family Workers	0	0.0%
Total	101	100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Sheep Springs

According to the labor force statistics for Sheep Springs, out of the total population over 16 years of age (271), 45.8% or 124 individuals are in the labor force, with 18.5% or 23 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 70.0% or 21 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 100.0% or 2 of them being unemployed.

Age Bracket	In Labor Force	Unemployed
16 to 19 Years	2 (9.1%)	2 (100.0%)
20 to 24 Years	21 (70.0%)	11 (52.4%)
25 to 29 Years	17 (48.6%)	0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years	24 (51.1%)	2 (8.3%)
35 to 44 Years	9 (42.9%)	0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years	15 (44.1%)	5 (33.3%)
55 to 59 Years	12 (66.7%)	0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years	21 (56.8%)	0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years	3 (14.3%)	3 (100.0%)
75 Years and over	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Total	124 (45.8%)	23 (18.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Sheep Springs

According to labor force statistics for Sheep Springs, 51.0% of individuals (98) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (192) are in the labor force, with 7.1% or 7 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 75.0% or 6 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 15.6% or 5 of them being unemployed.

Educational Attainment	In Labor Force	Unemployed
Less than High School	3 (15.0%)	0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma	32 (42.7%)	12 (15.6%)
College / Associate Degree	57 (64.0%)	3 (3.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher	6 (75.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Total	98 (51.0%)	14 (7.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Sheep Springs

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sheep Springs are Community & Social Service (18 | 17.8%), Education Instruction & Library (15 | 14.8%), Management (7 | 6.9%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (3 | 3.0%).

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sheep Springs, the most male-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Management (42.9%), and Community & Social Service (33.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (80.0%), Community & Social Service (66.7%), and Management (57.1%).

Occupation	Male	Female
Management	3 (42.9%)	4 (57.1%)
Business & Financial	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service	6 (33.3%)	12 (66.7%)
Education, Arts & Media	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library	3 (20.0%)	12 (80.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment	3 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)	9 (36.0%)	16 (64.0%)
Total (Overall)	47 (46.5%)	54 (53.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Sheep Springs are Healthcare Support (23 | 22.8%), Security & Protection (2 | 2.0%), Law Enforcement (2 | 2.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (1 | 1.0%).

Services Occupations by Sex

Occupation	Male	Female
Healthcare Support	4 (17.4%)	19 (82.6%)
Security & Protection	0 (0.0%)	2 (100.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement	0 (0.0%)	2 (100.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving	0 (0.0%)	1 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)	4 (15.4%)	22 (84.6%)
Total (Overall)	47 (46.5%)	54 (53.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Sheep Springs are Office & Administration (20 | 19.8%), and Sales & Related (7 | 6.9%).

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Occupation	Male	Female
Sales & Related	5 (71.4%)	2 (28.6%)
Office & Administration	8 (40.0%)	12 (60.0%)
Total (Category)	13 (48.1%)	14 (51.8%)
Total (Overall)	47 (46.5%)	54 (53.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Sheep Springs are Construction & Extraction (10 | 9.9%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (3 | 3.0%).

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Occupation	Male	Female
Farming, Fishing & Forestry	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction	10 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair	3 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)	13 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)	47 (46.5%)	54 (53.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Sheep Springs are Production (8 | 7.9%), and Material Moving (2 | 2.0%).

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Occupation	Male	Female
Production	8 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Transportation	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Material Moving	0 (0.0%)	2 (100.0%)
Total (Category)	8 (80.0%)	2 (20.0%)
Total (Overall)	47 (46.5%)	54 (53.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Sheep Springs

Employment Industries in Sheep Springs

Employment Industries by Sex in Sheep Springs

The Sheep Springs industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Retail Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Administrative & Support (100.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (100.0%).

Industry	Male	Female
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting	3 (60.0%)	2 (40.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Construction	15 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade	6 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade	2 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Utilities	3 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Information	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing	0 (0.0%)	6 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support	0 (0.0%)	4 (100.0%)
Educational Services	3 (15.0%)	17 (85.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance	4 (19.1%)	17 (80.9%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation	3 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services	0 (0.0%)	2 (100.0%)
Public Administration	8 (57.1%)	6 (42.9%)
Total	47 (46.5%)	54 (53.5%)

Education in Sheep Springs

School Enrollment in Sheep Springs

The most common levels of schooling among the 93 students in Sheep Springs are middle school (39 | 41.9%), high school (26 | 28.0%), and college / undergraduate (19 | 20.4%).

School Level	# Students	% Students
Nursery / Preschool	1	1.1%
Kindergarten	2	2.1%
Elementary School	6	6.5%
Middle School	39	41.9%
High School	26	28.0%
College / Undergraduate	19	20.4%
Graduate / Professional	0	0.0%
Total	93	100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Sheep Springs

Out of a total of 93 students who are enrolled in schools in Sheep Springs, 16 (17.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 77 (82.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 13 (76.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 1 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.

Age Bracket	Public School	Private School
3 to 4 Year Olds	1 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old	8 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds	45 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds	13 (81.2%)	3 (18.8%)
18 to 19 Year Olds	6 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds	4 (23.5%)	13 (76.5%)
25 to 34 Year Olds	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Total	77 (82.8%)	16 (17.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Sheep Springs

Social sciences (4 | 28.6%), business (4 | 28.6%), education (2 | 14.3%), literature & languages (2 | 14.3%), and arts & humanities (2 | 14.3%) are the most common fields of study among 14 individuals in Sheep Springs who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.

Field of Study	# Graduates	% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics	0	0.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural	0	0.0%
Physical & Health Sciences	0	0.0%
Psychology	0	0.0%
Social Sciences	4	28.6%
Engineering	0	0.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies	0	0.0%
Science & Technology	0	0.0%
Business	4	28.6%
Education	2	14.3%
Literature & Languages	2	14.3%
Liberal Arts & History	0	0.0%
Visual & Performing Arts	0	0.0%
Communications	0	0.0%
Arts & Humanities	2	14.3%
Total	14	100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Sheep Springs

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Sheep Springs

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Sheep Springs are males with 1 vehicle (18, accounting for 38.3%) and females with 1 vehicle (18, making up 33.3%).

Vehicles Available	Male	Female
No Vehicle	3 (6.4%)	0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle	18 (38.3%)	18 (33.3%)
2 Vehicles	15 (31.9%)	26 (48.1%)
3 Vehicles	6 (12.8%)	4 (7.4%)
4 Vehicles	5 (10.6%)	6 (11.1%)
5 or more Vehicles	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Total	47 (100.0%)	54 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Sheep Springs

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Sheep Springs are 60 to 89 minutes (30 commuters, 30.3%), 45 to 59 minutes (21 commuters, 21.2%), and 40 to 44 minutes (13 commuters, 13.1%).

Commute Time	# Commuters	% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes	6	6.1%
5 to 9 Minutes	8	8.1%
10 to 14 Minutes	3	3.0%
15 to 19 Minutes	1	1.0%
20 to 24 Minutes	8	8.1%
25 to 29 Minutes	0	0.0%
30 to 34 Minutes	0	0.0%
35 to 39 Minutes	2	2.0%
40 to 44 Minutes	13	13.1%
45 to 59 Minutes	21	21.2%
60 to 89 Minutes	30	30.3%
90 or more Minutes	7	7.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Sheep Springs

The most common commute times in Sheep Springs are 45 to 59 minutes (14 commuters, 31.1%) for males and 60 to 89 minutes (16 commuters, 29.6%) for females.

Commute Time	Male	Female
Less than 5 Minutes	2 (4.4%)	4 (7.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes	4 (8.9%)	4 (7.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes	0 (0.0%)	3 (5.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes	0 (0.0%)	1 (1.8%)
20 to 24 Minutes	6 (13.3%)	2 (3.7%)
25 to 29 Minutes	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes	2 (4.4%)	0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes	0 (0.0%)	13 (24.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes	14 (31.1%)	7 (13.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes	14 (31.1%)	16 (29.6%)
90 or more Minutes	3 (6.7%)	4 (7.4%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Sheep Springs

The most frequent times of departure to work in Sheep Springs are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (12, 26.7%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (25, 46.3%) for females.

Time of Departure	Male	Female
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM	3 (6.7%)	8 (14.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM	8 (17.8%)	2 (3.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM	6 (13.3%)	0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM	3 (6.7%)	12 (22.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM	12 (26.7%)	25 (46.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM	4 (8.9%)	0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM	0 (0.0%)	2 (3.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM	5 (11.1%)	5 (9.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM	4 (8.9%)	0 (0.0%)
Total	45 (100.0%)	54 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Sheep Springs

Occupancy by Ownership in Sheep Springs

Of the total 83 dwellings in Sheep Springs, owner-occupied units account for 60 (72.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 23 (27.7%).

Occupancy	# Housing Units	% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units	60	72.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units	23	27.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units	83	100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Sheep Springs

Household Size	# Housing Units	% Housing Units
1-Person Household	10	12.0%
2-Person Household	22	26.5%
3-Person Household	30	36.1%
4+ Person Household	21	25.3%
Total Housing Units	83	100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Sheep Springs

Household Size	Owner-occupied	Renter-occupied
1-Person Household	7 (70.0%)	3 (30.0%)
2-Person Household	19 (86.4%)	3 (13.6%)
3-Person Household	22 (73.3%)	8 (26.7%)
4+ Person Household	12 (57.1%)	9 (42.9%)
Total Housing Units	60 (72.3%)	23 (27.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Sheep Springs

Household Size	Owner-occupied	Renter-occupied
Less than High School	10 (47.6%)	11 (52.4%)
High School Diploma	14 (82.4%)	3 (17.6%)
College/Associate Degree	28 (75.7%)	9 (24.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher	8 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Sheep Springs

Age Bracket	# Households	% Households
Under 35 Years	13	15.7%
35 to 44 Years	11	13.3%
45 to 54 Years	10	12.0%
55 to 64 Years	30	36.1%
65 to 74 Years	13	15.7%
75 to 84 Years	1	1.2%
85 Years and Over	5	6.0%
Total	83	100.0%

Housing Finances in Sheep Springs

Median Income by Occupancy in Sheep Springs

Occupancy Type	# Households	Median Income
Owner-Occupied	60 (72.3%)	$19,375
Renter-Occupied	23 (27.7%)	$27,750
Average	83 (100.0%)	$19,886

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Sheep Springs

Income Bracket	Owner-occupied	Renter-occupied
Less than $5,000	7 (11.7%)	0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,999	2 (3.3%)	0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,999	12 (20.0%)	3 (13.0%)
$15,000 to $19,999	11 (18.3%)	7 (30.4%)
$20,000 to $24,999	4 (6.7%)	1 (4.3%)
$25,000 to $34,999	2 (3.3%)	5 (21.7%)
$35,000 to $49,999	4 (6.7%)	6 (26.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999	4 (6.7%)	1 (4.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999	7 (11.7%)	0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999	6 (10.0%)	0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more	1 (1.7%)	0 (0.0%)
Total	60 (100.0%)	23 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Sheep Springs

Monthly Cost	Owner-occupied	Renter-occupied
Less than $300	30 (50.0%)	4 (17.4%)
$300 to $499	12 (20.0%)	2 (8.7%)
$500 to $799	15 (25.0%)	2 (8.7%)
$800 to $999	2 (3.3%)	7 (30.4%)
$1,000 to $1,499	1 (1.7%)	0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,999	0 (0.0%)	2 (8.7%)
$2,000 to $2,499	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,999	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Total	60 (100.0%)	23 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Sheep Springs

Housing Structures in Sheep Springs

Structure Type	# Housing Units	% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached	80	96.4%
Single Unit, Attached	0	0.0%
2 Unit Apartments	0	0.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments	0	0.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments	0	0.0%
10 or more Apartments	0	0.0%
Mobile Home / Other	3	3.6%
Total	83	100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Sheep Springs

Structure Type	Owner-occupied	Renter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached	57 (71.3%)	23 (28.7%)
Single Unit, Attached	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other	3 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Total	60 (72.3%)	23 (27.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Sheep Springs

Number of Rooms	Owner-occupied	Renter-occupied
1 Room	3 (5.0%)	0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms	32 (53.3%)	15 (65.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms	23 (38.3%)	8 (34.8%)
8 or more Rooms	2 (3.3%)	0 (0.0%)
Total	60 (100.0%)	23 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Sheep Springs

Heating Type	Owner-occupied	Renter-occupied
Utility Gas	3 (5.0%)	8 (34.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas	10 (16.7%)	6 (26.1%)
Electricity	2 (3.3%)	2 (8.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels	45 (75.0%)	7 (30.4%)
No Fuel Used	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Total	60 (100.0%)	23 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Sheep Springs

Vehicles per Household	Owner-occupied	Renter-occupied
No Vehicle	3 (5.0%)	5 (21.7%)
1 Vehicle	18 (30.0%)	10 (43.5%)
2 Vehicles	29 (48.3%)	8 (34.8%)
3 or more Vehicles	10 (16.7%)	0 (0.0%)
Total	60 (100.0%)	23 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Sheep Springs

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Sheep Springs

Characteristic	Without Mortgage	With Mortgage
Housing Units	52	8
Median Property Value	$90,000	$112,500
Median Household Income	$19,063	$1
Monthly Housing Costs	$225	$0
Real Estate Taxes	-	-

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Sheep Springs

Property Value	Without Mortgage	With Mortgage
Less than $50,000	18 (34.6%)	0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,999	16 (30.8%)	2 (25.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999	18 (34.6%)	6 (75.0%)
$300,000 to $499,999	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,999	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,999	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Total	52 (100.0%)	8 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Sheep Springs

Household Income	Without Mortgage	With Mortgage
Less than $10,000	9 (17.3%)	0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999	24 (46.2%)	0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999	2 (3.8%)	3 (37.5%)
$35,000 to $49,999	2 (3.8%)	0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999	4 (7.7%)	2 (25.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999	7 (13.5%)	0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999	4 (7.7%)	0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more	0 (0.0%)	2 (25.0%)
Total	52 (100.0%)	8 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Sheep Springs

Value-to-Income Ratio	Without Mortgage	With Mortgage
Less than 2.0x	21 (40.4%)	0 (0.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x	2 (3.8%)	5 (62.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x	5 (9.6%)	0 (0.0%)
4.0x or more	19 (36.5%)	0 (0.0%)
Total	52 (100.0%)	8 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Sheep Springs

Property Taxes	Without Mortgage	With Mortgage
Less than $800	4 (7.7%)	0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Total	52 (100.0%)	8 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Sheep Springs

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sheep Springs

Age Bracket	With Coverage	Without Coverage
Under 6 Years	32 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years	73 (96.1%)	3 (4.0%)
19 to 25 Years	39 (84.8%)	7 (15.2%)
26 to 34 Years	45 (63.4%)	26 (36.6%)
35 to 44 Years	13 (61.9%)	8 (38.1%)
45 to 54 Years	23 (67.6%)	11 (32.4%)
55 to 64 Years	41 (74.6%)	14 (25.5%)
65 to 74 Years	21 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older	6 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Total	293 (80.9%)	69 (19.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Sheep Springs

Citizenship Status	With Coverage	Without Coverage
Native Born	32 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen	73 (96.1%)	3 (4.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen	39 (84.8%)	7 (15.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Sheep Springs

Household Income	With Coverage	Without Coverage
Under $25,000	120 (84.5%)	22 (15.5%)
$25,000 to $49,999	50 (83.3%)	10 (16.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999	22 (81.5%)	5 (18.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999	85 (92.4%)	7 (7.6%)
$100,000 and over	16 (39.0%)	25 (61.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sheep Springs

Age Bracket	Public Insurance	Private Insurance
Under 6	32 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years	67 (88.2%)	13 (17.1%)
19 to 25 Years	35 (76.1%)	4 (8.7%)
25 to 34 Years	32 (45.1%)	15 (21.1%)
35 to 44 Years	9 (42.9%)	4 (19.1%)
45 to 54 Years	17 (50.0%)	6 (17.6%)
55 to 64 Years	22 (40.0%)	19 (34.5%)
65 to 74 Years	21 (100.0%)	4 (19.1%)
75 Years and over	6 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)
Total	241 (66.6%)	65 (18.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Sheep Springs

Age Bracket	Male	Female
Under 5 Years	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years	3 (4.7%)	0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years	21 (31.3%)	3 (7.0%)
65 to 74 Years	3 (25.0%)	4 (44.4%)
75 Years and over	2 (100.0%)	3 (75.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Sheep Springs

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Sheep Springs: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>

Age Bracket	Male	Female
Under 5 Years	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years	5 (7.5%)	0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years	3 (25.0%)	0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over	2 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Sheep Springs: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>

Age Bracket	Male	Female
Under 5 Years	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years	8 (11.9%)	0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Sheep Springs: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>

Age Bracket	Male	Female
5 to 17 Years	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years	5 (7.5%)	0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over	2 (100.0%)	3 (75.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Sheep Springs: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>

Age Bracket	Male	Female
5 to 17 Years	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years	3 (4.7%)	0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years	5 (7.5%)	3 (7.0%)
65 to 74 Years	3 (25.0%)	3 (33.3%)
75 Years and over	0 (0.0%)	3 (75.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Sheep Springs: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>

Age Bracket	Male	Female
5 to 17 Years	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over	0 (0.0%)	3 (75.0%)

Technology Access in Sheep Springs

Computing Device Access in Sheep Springs

Device Type	# Households	% Households
Desktop or Laptop	25	30.1%
Smartphone	50	60.2%
Tablet	29	34.9%
No Computing Device	31	37.3%
Total	83	100.0%

Internet Access in Sheep Springs

Internet Type	# Households	% Households
Dial-Up Internet	0	0.0%
Broadband Home	22	26.5%
Cellular Data Only	8	9.6%
Satellite Internet	3	3.6%
No Internet	50	60.2%
Total	83	100.0%

Sheep Springs Summary

Sheep Springs, New Mexico is a small unincorporated community located in the Navajo Nation in San Juan County, New Mexico. It is located about 25 miles east of Shiprock, New Mexico and about 40 miles west of Farmington, New Mexico. The population of Sheep Springs was estimated to be around 200 people in 2020.

History

The area around Sheep Springs has been inhabited for centuries by the Navajo people. The name “Sheep Springs” is derived from the Navajo word for “sheep”, which is “tsé”. The area was first settled by the Navajo in the late 1800s, and the community was officially established in the early 1900s.

The area around Sheep Springs was used by the Navajo for grazing their sheep and horses. The community was also used as a trading post for the Navajo people, as well as a place to gather for ceremonies and social events.

In the early 1900s, the area around Sheep Springs was also used for mining. The area was home to several uranium mines, which were operated by the United States government during the Cold War. The mines were closed in the late 1970s, and the area has since been used for grazing and farming.

Geography

Sheep Springs is located in the Four Corners region of the United States, which is the intersection of Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, and Utah. The area is characterized by its high desert climate, with hot summers and cold winters. The area receives an average of 8 inches of precipitation per year.

The area around Sheep Springs is mostly flat, with some rolling hills. The area is mostly covered in grasslands and shrublands, with some areas of juniper and piñon pine. The area is also home to several species of wildlife, including coyotes, bobcats, and mule deer.

Economy

The economy of Sheep Springs is largely based on agriculture and livestock. The area is home to several farms and ranches, which raise sheep, cattle, and horses. The area is also home to several small businesses, including a gas station, a grocery store, and a restaurant.

The area is also home to several uranium mines, which were operated by the United States government during the Cold War. The mines were closed in the late 1970s, and the area has since been used for grazing and farming.

Demographics

The population of Sheep Springs was estimated to be around 200 people in 2020. The majority of the population is Native American, with the majority being Navajo. The median household income in Sheep Springs is around $25,000, which is lower than the national average. The area is also home to a large number of people living in poverty, with around 40% of the population living below the poverty line.

Sheep Springs is a small, rural community with a rich history and culture. The area is home to a diverse population, with a mix of Native American, Hispanic, and Anglo residents. The area is also home to a variety of businesses and industries, which provide employment opportunities for the local population.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Sheep Springs?

Total Population of Sheep Springs is 362.

What is the Total Male Population of Sheep Springs?

Total Male Population of Sheep Springs is 191.

What is the Total Female Population of Sheep Springs?

Total Female Population of Sheep Springs is 171.

What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Sheep Springs?

There are 111.70 Males per 100 Females in Sheep Springs.

What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Sheep Springs?

There are 89.53 Females per 100 Males in Sheep Springs.

What is the Median Population Age in Sheep Springs?

Median Population Age in Sheep Springs is 30.3 Years.

What is the Average Family Size in Sheep Springs

Average Family Size in Sheep Springs is 4.6 People.

What is the Average Household Size in Sheep Springs

Average Household Size in Sheep Springs is 4.4 People.

What is Per Capita Income in Sheep Springs?

Per Capita income in Sheep Springs is $11,062.

What is the Median Family Income in Sheep Springs?

Median Family Income in Sheep Springs is $20,417.

What is the Median Household income in Sheep Springs?

Median Household Income in Sheep Springs is $19,886.

What is Income or Wage Gap in Sheep Springs?

Income or Wage Gap in Sheep Springs is 30.5%.

Women in Sheep Springs earn 69.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.

What is Inequality or Gini Index in Sheep Springs?

Inequality or Gini Index in Sheep Springs is 0.50.

How Large is the Labor Force in Sheep Springs?

There are 124 People in the Labor Forcein in Sheep Springs.

What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Sheep Springs?

45.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Sheep Springs.

What is the Unemployment Rate in Sheep Springs?

Unemployment Rate in Sheep Springs is 18.5%.