Tularosa, NM

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Tularosa Overview

2,590
TOTAL POPULATION
1,157
MALE POPULATION
1,433
FEMALE POPULATION
80.74
MALES / 100 FEMALES
123.85
FEMALES / 100 MALES
25.9
MEDIAN AGE
5.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
4.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$20,440
PER CAPITA INCOME
$49,688
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$47,234
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
34.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
65.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.52
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
863
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
47.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
21.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Tularosa Zip Codes

Tularosa Area Codes

Race in Tularosa

The most populous races in Tularosa are Hispanic or Latino (1,661 | 64.1%), White / Caucasian (1,584 | 61.2%), and Two or more Races (809 | 31.2%).
Race in Tularosa
Race# Population% Population
Asian341.3%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1,66164.1%
Native / Alaskan642.5%
White / Caucasian1,58461.2%
Two or more Races80931.2%
Some other Race993.8%
Total2,590100.0%

Ancestry in Tularosa

The most populous ancestries reported in Tularosa are Mexican (977 | 37.7%), Spaniard (603 | 23.3%), English (259 | 10.0%), American (208 | 8.0%), and Irish (193 | 7.4%), together accounting for 86.5% of all Tularosa residents.
Ancestry in Tularosa
Ancestry# Population% Population
African150.6%
American2088.0%
Apache742.9%
Arab80.3%
Austrian20.1%
Blackfeet80.3%
Celtic200.8%
Cherokee80.3%
Czechoslovakian90.4%
Dutch40.2%
English25910.0%
European120.5%
French853.3%
French Canadian271.0%
German762.9%
Irish1937.4%
Italian150.6%
Korean341.3%
Latvian40.2%
Lebanese80.3%
Mexican97737.7%
Norwegian140.5%
Scotch-Irish281.1%
Scottish200.8%
Slovak391.5%
Slovene230.9%
South American20.1%
Spaniard60323.3%
Spanish230.9%
Spanish American321.2%
Subsaharan African150.6%
Swedish110.4%
Ukrainian50.2%
Venezuelan20.1%
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Immigrants in Tularosa

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Tularosa came from Asia (34 | 1.3%), Eastern Asia (34 | 1.3%), Korea (34 | 1.3%), Europe (10 | 0.4%), and Germany (5 | 0.2%), together accounting for 4.5% of all Tularosa residents.
Immigrants in Tularosa
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia341.3%
Eastern Asia341.3%
Europe100.4%
Germany50.2%
Korea341.3%
Northern Europe50.2%
Western Europe50.2%
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Sex and Age in Tularosa

Sex and Age in Tularosa

The most populous age groups in Tularosa are 10 to 14 Years (275 | 23.8%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (335 | 23.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Tularosa
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years89 (7.7%)4 (0.3%)
5 to 9 Years42 (3.6%)258 (18.0%)
10 to 14 Years275 (23.8%)103 (7.2%)
15 to 19 Years100 (8.6%)99 (6.9%)
20 to 24 Years29 (2.5%)16 (1.1%)
25 to 29 Years38 (3.3%)335 (23.4%)
30 to 34 Years14 (1.2%)19 (1.3%)
35 to 39 Years45 (3.9%)156 (10.9%)
40 to 44 Years11 (0.9%)66 (4.6%)
45 to 49 Years54 (4.7%)9 (0.6%)
50 to 54 Years22 (1.9%)101 (7.0%)
55 to 59 Years145 (12.5%)45 (3.1%)
60 to 64 Years36 (3.1%)54 (3.8%)
65 to 69 Years90 (7.8%)22 (1.5%)
70 to 74 Years50 (4.3%)47 (3.3%)
75 to 79 Years56 (4.8%)64 (4.5%)
80 to 84 Years10 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over51 (4.4%)35 (2.4%)
Total1,157 (100.0%)1,433 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Tularosa

Median Family Size in Tularosa

The median family size in Tularosa is 5.42 persons per family, with single female/mother families (114 | 27.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 7.12 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (258 | 62.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 4.51 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Tularosa
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple258 (62.8%)4.51
Single Male/Father39 (9.5%)6.51
Single Female/Mother114 (27.7%)7.12
Total Families411 (100.0%)5.42

Median Household Size in Tularosa

The median household size in Tularosa is 4.16 persons per household, with single male/father households (39 | 6.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 7.74 persons per household. non-family households (211 | 33.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.11 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Tularosa
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple258 (41.5%)4.73
Single Male/Father39 (6.3%)7.74
Single Female/Mother114 (18.3%)7.30
Non-family211 (33.9%)1.11
Total Households622 (100.0%)4.16

Household Size by Marriage Status in Tularosa

Out of a total of 622 households in Tularosa, 411 (66.1%) are family households, while 211 (33.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 161, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 199.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Tularosa
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-199 (32.0%)
2-Person Households161 (25.9%)12 (1.9%)
3-Person Households54 (8.7%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households47 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households41 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households54 (8.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households54 (8.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total411 (66.1%)211 (33.9%)

Female Fertility in Tularosa

Fertility by Age in Tularosa

Average fertility rate in Tularosa is 21.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 43.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Tularosa
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years16 (100.0%)43.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total16 (100.0%)21.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Tularosa

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Tularosa
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Tularosa

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Tularosa
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma16 (100.0%)110.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total16 (100.0%)21.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Tularosa

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Tularosa
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)

Income in Tularosa

Income Overview in Tularosa

Per Capita Income in Tularosa is $20,440, while median incomes of families and households are $49,688 and $47,234 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,590$20,440
Median Family Income411$49,688
Mean Family Income411$89,731
Median Household Income622$47,234
Mean Household Income622$74,978
Income Deficit411$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,59034.34%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,59065.66¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,5900.52

Earnings by Sex in Tularosa

Average Earnings in Tularosa are $24,446, $35,905 for men and $23,575 for women, a difference of 34.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Tularosa
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male369 (44.6%)$35,905
Female458 (55.4%)$23,575
Total827 (100.0%)$24,446

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Tularosa

The most common earnings brackets in Tularosa are $35,000 to $39,999 for men (87 | 23.6%) and $22,500 to $24,999 for women (228 | 49.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Tularosa
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less44 (11.9%)30 (6.6%)
$2,500 to $4,99932 (8.7%)22 (4.8%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)27 (5.9%)
$7,500 to $9,99911 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)20 (4.4%)
$15,000 to $17,4998 (2.2%)32 (7.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99910 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)228 (49.8%)
$25,000 to $29,99919 (5.1%)4 (0.9%)
$30,000 to $34,99929 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99987 (23.6%)36 (7.9%)
$40,000 to $44,99919 (5.1%)44 (9.6%)
$45,000 to $49,99912 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,99910 (2.7%)2 (0.4%)
$55,000 to $64,9998 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99941 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99929 (7.9%)13 (2.8%)
$100,000+10 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total369 (100.0%)458 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Tularosa

Average earnings in Tularosa are $36,652 for men and $23,668 for women, a difference of 35.4%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $36,788, while those with bachelor's degree education earn the least with $31,736. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $90,556, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $23,404.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Tularosa
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree$36,788$23,404
Bachelor's Degree$31,736$90,556
Graduate Degree--
Total$36,652$23,668

Family Income in Tularosa

Family Income Brackets in Tularosa

According to the Tularosa family income data, there are 106 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.8% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Tularosa
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000225.4%
$10,000 to $14,999122.9%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,9996716.3%
$35,000 to $49,99910625.8%
$50,000 to $74,9997919.2%
$75,000 to $99,9994510.9%
$100,000 to $149,999358.5%
$150,000 to $199,999379.0%
$200,000+81.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Tularosa

2-person families (161 | 39.2%) account for the highest median family income in Tularosa with $55,208 per family, while 2-person families (161 | 39.2%) have the highest median income of $27,604 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Tularosa
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families161 (39.2%)$55,208
3-Person Families65 (15.8%)$0
4-Person Families73 (17.8%)$0
5-Person Families12 (2.9%)$0
6-Person Families54 (13.1%)$0
7+ Person Families46 (11.2%)$0
Total411 (100.0%)$49,688

Family Income by Number of Earners in Tularosa

Family Income by Number of Earners in Tularosa
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners95 (23.1%)$26,977
1 Earner196 (47.7%)$49,792
2 Earners74 (18.0%)$56,447
3+ Earners46 (11.2%)$0
Total411 (100.0%)$49,688

Household Income in Tularosa

Household Income Brackets in Tularosa

With 147 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Tularosa, accounting for 23.6% of all households. In contrast, only 8 households (1.3%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Tularosa
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000457.2%
$10,000 to $14,999538.5%
$15,000 to $24,999172.7%
$25,000 to $34,9997612.2%
$35,000 to $49,99913722.0%
$50,000 to $74,99914723.6%
$75,000 to $99,999538.5%
$100,000 to $149,999497.9%
$150,000 to $199,99981.3%
$200,000+375.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in Tularosa

The median household income in Tularosa is $47,234, with the highest median household income of $55,451 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 288 households (46.3%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Tularosa
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years117 (18.8%)$40,781
45 to 64 Years217 (34.9%)$49,479
65+ Years288 (46.3%)$55,451
Total622 (100.0%)$47,234

Poverty in Tularosa

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Tularosa

With 18.1% poverty level for males and 30.8% for females among the residents of Tularosa, 18 to 24 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 52 males (100.0%) and 4 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Tularosa
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years20 (22.5%)4 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)35 (35.7%)
6 to 11 Years18 (13.0%)143 (74.9%)
12 to 14 Years19 (12.8%)35 (48.6%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years52 (100.0%)16 (22.5%)
25 to 34 Years18 (34.6%)24 (6.8%)
35 to 44 Years5 (8.9%)79 (35.6%)
45 to 54 Years20 (26.3%)34 (30.9%)
55 to 64 Years32 (17.7%)46 (46.5%)
65 to 74 Years8 (5.7%)14 (20.3%)
75 Years and over17 (14.5%)11 (11.1%)
Total209 (18.1%)441 (30.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Tularosa

According to the poverty statistics in Tularosa, males aged 5 years and females aged 16 and 17 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.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Tularosa
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years69 (77.5%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years31 (100.0%)63 (64.3%)
6 to 11 Years120 (87.0%)48 (25.1%)
12 to 14 Years129 (87.2%)37 (51.4%)
15 Years18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years59 (100.0%)44 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)55 (77.5%)
25 to 34 Years34 (65.4%)330 (93.2%)
35 to 44 Years51 (91.1%)143 (64.4%)
45 to 54 Years56 (73.7%)76 (69.1%)
55 to 64 Years149 (82.3%)53 (53.5%)
65 to 74 Years132 (94.3%)55 (79.7%)
75 Years and over100 (85.5%)88 (88.9%)
Total948 (81.9%)992 (69.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Tularosa

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Tularosa show that 5.4% or 14 of the total 258 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 8.2%, comprising of 14 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Tularosa
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children156 (91.8%)14 (8.2%)
1 or 2 Children54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total244 (94.6%)14 (5.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Tularosa

According to the poverty data in Tularosa, 41.0% or 16 single-father households and 36.8% or 42 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 38 households (65.5%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Tularosa
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children8 (25.8%)4 (10.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children8 (100.0%)38 (65.5%)
Total16 (41.0%)42 (36.8%)

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

The poverty data for Tularosa shows that 14 of the married-couple family households (5.4%) and 58 of the single-parent households (37.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 households (8.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 46 household (69.7%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Tularosa
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children14 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)12 (17.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)46 (69.7%)
Total14 (5.4%)58 (37.9%)

Employment Characteristics in Tularosa

Employment by Class of Employer in Tularosa

Among the 664 employed individuals in Tularosa, private company employees (462 | 69.6%), federal government employees (79 | 11.9%), and state government employees (36 | 5.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Tularosa
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees46269.6%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)233.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)345.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations182.7%
Local Government Employees121.8%
State Government Employees365.4%
Federal Government Employees7911.9%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total664100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Tularosa

According to the labor force statistics for Tularosa, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,801), 47.9% or 863 individuals are in the labor force, with 21.3% or 184 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 45 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 38.3% or 126 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Tularosa
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years23 (12.7%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years329 (88.2%)126 (38.3%)
30 to 34 Years23 (69.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years97 (34.9%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years88 (47.3%)14 (15.9%)
55 to 59 Years164 (86.3%)38 (23.2%)
60 to 64 Years32 (35.6%)4 (12.5%)
65 to 74 Years51 (24.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over10 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total863 (47.9%)184 (21.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Tularosa

According to labor force statistics for Tularosa, 63.7% of individuals (733) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,150) are in the labor force, with 25.1% or 184 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 87.7% or 178 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 73.0% or 130 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Tularosa
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School6 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma159 (47.2%)81 (23.9%)
College / Associate Degree390 (83.2%)17 (3.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher178 (87.7%)148 (73.0%)
Total733 (63.7%)289 (25.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Tularosa

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Tularosa are Computers, Engineering & Science (21 | 3.1%), Life, Physical & Social Science (21 | 3.1%), Community & Social Service (9 | 1.3%), Education Instruction & Library (9 | 1.3%), and Business & Financial (6 | 0.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Tularosa

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Tularosa, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (57.1%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (57.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Community & Social Service (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Tularosa
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science12 (57.1%)9 (42.9%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science12 (57.1%)9 (42.9%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)12 (33.3%)24 (66.7%)
Total (Overall)338 (50.2%)335 (49.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Tularosa are Food Preparation & Serving (202 | 30.0%), Healthcare Support (44 | 6.5%), Security & Protection (34 | 5.1%), Law Enforcement (34 | 5.1%), and Personal Care & Service (20 | 3.0%).
Services Occupations in Tularosa

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Tularosa, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (83.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (85.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (84.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Tularosa
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
Security & Protection34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving31 (15.3%)171 (84.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance10 (83.3%)2 (16.7%)
Personal Care & Service3 (15.0%)17 (85.0%)
Total (Category)78 (25.0%)234 (75.0%)
Total (Overall)338 (50.2%)335 (49.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Tularosa are Sales & Related (66 | 9.8%), and Office & Administration (14 | 2.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Tularosa

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Tularosa
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related23 (34.8%)43 (65.1%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Total (Category)23 (28.7%)57 (71.3%)
Total (Overall)338 (50.2%)335 (49.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Tularosa are Construction & Extraction (101 | 15.0%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (98 | 14.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Tularosa

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Tularosa
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction101 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair98 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)199 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)338 (50.2%)335 (49.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Tularosa are , and Transportation (46 | 6.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Tularosa

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Tularosa
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation26 (56.5%)20 (43.5%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)26 (56.5%)20 (43.5%)
Total (Overall)338 (50.2%)335 (49.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Tularosa

Employment Industries in Tularosa

The major employment industries in Tularosa include Accommodation & Food Services (218 | 32.4%), Construction (101 | 15.0%), Administrative & Support (74 | 11.0%), Retail Trade (71 | 10.5%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (55 | 8.2%).
Employment Industries in Tularosa

Employment Industries by Sex in Tularosa

The Tularosa industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Public Administration (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Tularosa
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction101 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade51 (71.8%)20 (28.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing8 (28.6%)20 (71.4%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support72 (97.3%)2 (2.7%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)55 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services31 (14.2%)187 (85.8%)
Public Administration34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total338 (50.2%)335 (49.8%)

Education in Tularosa

School Enrollment in Tularosa

The most common levels of schooling among the 972 students in Tularosa are middle school (307 | 31.6%), college / undergraduate (225 | 23.2%), and elementary school (187 | 19.2%).
School Enrollment in Tularosa
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool636.5%
Kindergarten697.1%
Elementary School18719.2%
Middle School30731.6%
High School12112.4%
College / Undergraduate22523.2%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total972100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Tularosa

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Tularosa
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old267 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds359 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds121 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds170 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total972 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Tularosa

Science & technology (137 | 43.2%), education (64 | 20.2%), physical & health sciences (24 | 7.6%), liberal arts & history (24 | 7.6%), and arts & humanities (18 | 5.7%) are the most common fields of study among 317 individuals in Tularosa who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Tularosa
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences247.6%
Psychology82.5%
Social Sciences175.4%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology13743.2%
Business175.4%
Education6420.2%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History247.6%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications82.5%
Arts & Humanities185.7%
Total317100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Tularosa

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Tularosa

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Tularosa are males with 3 vehicles (91, accounting for 27.7%) and females with 3 vehicles (41, making up 27.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Tularosa
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle83 (25.2%)42 (12.5%)
2 Vehicles74 (22.5%)57 (17.0%)
3 Vehicles91 (27.7%)41 (12.2%)
4 Vehicles48 (14.6%)13 (3.9%)
5 or more Vehicles33 (10.0%)182 (54.3%)
Total329 (100.0%)335 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Tularosa

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Tularosa are 20 to 24 minutes (248 commuters, 39.1%), 30 to 34 minutes (166 commuters, 26.1%), and 40 to 44 minutes (72 commuters, 11.3%).
Commute Time in Tularosa
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes162.5%
10 to 14 Minutes467.2%
15 to 19 Minutes223.5%
20 to 24 Minutes24839.1%
25 to 29 Minutes101.6%
30 to 34 Minutes16626.1%
35 to 39 Minutes152.4%
40 to 44 Minutes7211.3%
45 to 59 Minutes111.7%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes294.6%

Commute Time by Sex in Tularosa

The most common commute times in Tularosa are 30 to 34 minutes (100 commuters, 30.4%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (209 commuters, 68.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Tularosa
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes3 (0.9%)13 (4.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes46 (14.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes11 (3.3%)11 (3.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes39 (11.8%)209 (68.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes10 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes100 (30.4%)66 (21.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes15 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes72 (21.9%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes4 (1.2%)7 (2.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes29 (8.8%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Tularosa

The most frequent times of departure to work in Tularosa are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (79, 24.0%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (185, 60.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Tularosa
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM79 (24.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM6 (1.8%)24 (7.8%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM29 (8.8%)3 (1.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM51 (15.5%)185 (60.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM49 (14.9%)27 (8.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)2 (0.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM43 (13.1%)11 (3.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM14 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM11 (3.3%)9 (2.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM8 (2.4%)14 (4.6%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)31 (10.1%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM39 (11.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total329 (100.0%)306 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Tularosa

Occupancy by Ownership in Tularosa

Of the total 622 dwellings in Tularosa, owner-occupied units account for 533 (85.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 89 (14.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Tularosa
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units53385.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units8914.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units622100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Tularosa

Occupancy by Household Size in Tularosa
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household19932.0%
2-Person Household17327.8%
3-Person Household548.7%
4+ Person Household19631.5%
Total Housing Units622100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Tularosa

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Tularosa
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household186 (93.5%)13 (6.5%)
2-Person Household162 (93.6%)11 (6.4%)
3-Person Household54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household131 (66.8%)65 (33.2%)
Total Housing Units533 (85.7%)89 (14.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Tularosa

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Tularosa
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma226 (84.6%)41 (15.4%)
College/Associate Degree168 (77.8%)48 (22.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher132 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Tularosa

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Tularosa
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years335.3%
35 to 44 Years8413.5%
45 to 54 Years6911.1%
55 to 64 Years14823.8%
65 to 74 Years16726.9%
75 to 84 Years6911.1%
85 Years and Over528.4%
Total622100.0%

Housing Finances in Tularosa

Median Income by Occupancy in Tularosa

Median Income by Occupancy in Tularosa
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied533 (85.7%)$55,849
Renter-Occupied89 (14.3%)$35,089
Average622 (100.0%)$47,234

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Tularosa

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Tularosa
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0009 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99928 (5.2%)8 (9.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99928 (5.2%)25 (28.1%)
$15,000 to $19,99913 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9994 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99965 (12.2%)11 (12.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99992 (17.3%)45 (50.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999147 (27.6%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99953 (9.9%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99949 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more45 (8.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total533 (100.0%)89 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Tularosa

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Tularosa
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300243 (45.6%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49955 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79975 (14.1%)8 (9.0%)
$800 to $99964 (12.0%)25 (28.1%)
$1,000 to $1,4999 (1.7%)31 (34.8%)
$1,500 to $1,99914 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49973 (13.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total533 (100.0%)89 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Tularosa

Housing Structures in Tularosa

Housing Structures in Tularosa
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached48878.5%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other13421.5%
Total622100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Tularosa

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Tularosa
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached413 (84.6%)75 (15.4%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other120 (89.5%)14 (10.4%)
Total533 (85.7%)89 (14.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Tularosa

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Tularosa
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms15 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms228 (42.8%)58 (65.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms184 (34.5%)31 (34.8%)
8 or more Rooms106 (19.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total533 (100.0%)89 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Tularosa

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Tularosa
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas401 (75.2%)52 (58.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas21 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity34 (6.4%)4 (4.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels77 (14.4%)33 (37.1%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total533 (100.0%)89 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Tularosa

Household Vehicle Usage in Tularosa
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle9 (1.7%)4 (4.5%)
1 Vehicle230 (43.1%)13 (14.6%)
2 Vehicles144 (27.0%)31 (34.8%)
3 or more Vehicles150 (28.1%)41 (46.1%)
Total533 (100.0%)89 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Tularosa

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Tularosa

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units299234
Median Property Value$77,900$153,500
Median Household Income$55,885$37
Monthly Housing Costs$236$0
Real Estate Taxes$478$14

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Tularosa

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Tularosa
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00064 (21.4%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,999110 (36.8%)14 (6.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999122 (40.8%)215 (91.9%)
$300,000 to $499,9993 (1.0%)5 (2.1%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total299 (100.0%)234 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Tularosa

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Tularosa
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00023 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99918 (6.0%)14 (6.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99926 (8.7%)27 (11.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99957 (19.1%)39 (16.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999107 (35.8%)35 (15.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99945 (15.0%)40 (17.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99915 (5.0%)8 (3.4%)
$150,000 or more8 (2.7%)34 (14.5%)
Total299 (100.0%)234 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Tularosa

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Tularosa
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x204 (68.2%)55,556 (23,741.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x32 (10.7%)100 (42.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x32 (10.7%)25 (10.7%)
4.0x or more22 (7.4%)24 (10.3%)
Total299 (100.0%)234 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Tularosa

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Tularosa
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800262 (87.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49934 (11.4%)174 (74.4%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)12 (5.1%)
Total299 (100.0%)234 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Tularosa

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Tularosa

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Tularosa
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years222 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years660 (95.2%)33 (4.8%)
19 to 25 Years274 (68.5%)126 (31.5%)
26 to 34 Years68 (64.1%)38 (35.8%)
35 to 44 Years260 (95.9%)11 (4.1%)
45 to 54 Years156 (83.9%)30 (16.1%)
55 to 64 Years280 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years209 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older216 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,345 (90.8%)238 (9.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Tularosa

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Tularosa
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born222 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen660 (95.2%)33 (4.8%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen274 (68.5%)126 (31.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Tularosa

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Tularosa
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000260 (83.6%)51 (16.4%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,048 (97.1%)31 (2.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999243 (96.1%)10 (4.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999325 (94.2%)20 (5.8%)
$100,000 and over469 (78.8%)126 (21.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Tularosa

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Tularosa
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6222 (100.0%)69 (31.1%)
6 to 18 Years458 (66.1%)202 (29.1%)
19 to 25 Years49 (12.2%)225 (56.2%)
25 to 34 Years41 (38.7%)27 (25.5%)
35 to 44 Years185 (68.3%)99 (36.5%)
45 to 54 Years89 (47.8%)101 (54.3%)
55 to 64 Years99 (35.4%)201 (71.8%)
65 to 74 Years199 (95.2%)132 (63.2%)
75 Years and over216 (100.0%)87 (40.3%)
Total1,558 (60.3%)1,143 (44.3%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Tularosa

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Tularosa
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years4 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)63 (15.6%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)10 (2.4%)
35 to 64 Years69 (22.6%)76 (17.6%)
65 to 74 Years70 (50.0%)8 (11.6%)
75 Years and over79 (67.5%)91 (91.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Tularosa

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Tularosa: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years4 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years9 (2.9%)8 (1.9%)
65 to 74 Years58 (41.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over79 (67.5%)1 (1.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Tularosa: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years9 (2.9%)32 (7.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)17 (17.2%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Tularosa: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)63 (15.6%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)10 (2.4%)
35 to 64 Years25 (8.2%)20 (4.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over28 (23.9%)27 (27.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Tularosa: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years55 (18.0%)24 (5.6%)
65 to 74 Years22 (15.7%)8 (11.6%)
75 Years and over79 (67.5%)75 (75.8%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Tularosa: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years8 (2.6%)4 (0.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)34 (34.3%)

Technology Access in Tularosa

Computing Device Access in Tularosa

Computing Device Access in Tularosa
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop37159.7%
Smartphone50881.7%
Tablet23037.0%
No Computing Device9114.6%
Total622100.0%

Internet Access in Tularosa

Internet Access in Tularosa
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home31450.5%
Cellular Data Only14222.8%
Satellite Internet8613.8%
No Internet10917.5%
Total622100.0%

Tularosa Summary

Tularosa is a small town located in Otero County, New Mexico. It is situated in the Tularosa Basin, a large desert valley surrounded by the Sacramento Mountains to the east and the San Andres Mountains to the west. The town is located approximately 45 miles north of Alamogordo and 60 miles south of Roswell. The population of Tularosa was 1,843 as of the 2010 census.

History

Tularosa was founded in 1883 by a group of settlers from Texas. The town was named after the Tularosa River, which flows through the area. The town was originally a farming and ranching community, but it soon became a popular stop for travelers on the Southern Pacific Railroad. In the early 1900s, the town began to grow and develop, and by the 1920s it had become a popular tourist destination.
In the 1940s, the town was chosen as the site of the White Sands Missile Range, a military testing facility. This brought a large influx of military personnel to the area, and the population of Tularosa grew significantly. The town also became a popular destination for tourists, who came to visit the nearby White Sands National Monument.

Geography

Tularosa is located in the Tularosa Basin, a large desert valley surrounded by the Sacramento Mountains to the east and the San Andres Mountains to the west. The town is situated at an elevation of 4,400 feet above sea level. The climate in Tularosa is semi-arid, with hot summers and mild winters. The average annual precipitation is 8.5 inches.

Economy

The economy of Tularosa is largely based on tourism and the military. The White Sands Missile Range is the largest employer in the area, and it provides jobs for many of the town’s residents. Tourism is also an important part of the local economy, as visitors come to the area to visit the nearby White Sands National Monument. Other industries in the area include agriculture, ranching, and retail.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Tularosa was 1,843. The racial makeup of the town was 79.3% White, 0.7% African American, 1.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 16.2% from other races, and 2.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 44.2% of the population.
The median household income in Tularosa was $30,938, and the median family income was $35,938. The per capita income was $15,938. About 18.2% of the population was below the poverty line.
Tularosa is a small town with a rich history and a diverse population. It is a popular tourist destination, and it is home to the White Sands Missile Range, which provides jobs for many of the town’s residents. The town has a semi-arid climate and a strong economy based on tourism and the military.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Tularosa?
Total Population of Tularosa is 2,590.
What is the Total Male Population of Tularosa?
Total Male Population of Tularosa is 1,157.
What is the Total Female Population of Tularosa?
Total Female Population of Tularosa is 1,433.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Tularosa?
There are 80.74 Males per 100 Females in Tularosa.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Tularosa?
There are 123.85 Females per 100 Males in Tularosa.
What is the Median Population Age in Tularosa?
Median Population Age in Tularosa is 25.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Tularosa
Average Family Size in Tularosa is 5.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Tularosa
Average Household Size in Tularosa is 4.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Tularosa?
Per Capita income in Tularosa is $20,440.
What is the Median Family Income in Tularosa?
Median Family Income in Tularosa is $49,688.
What is the Median Household income in Tularosa?
Median Household Income in Tularosa is $47,234.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Tularosa?
Income or Wage Gap in Tularosa is 34.3%.
Women in Tularosa earn 65.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Tularosa?
Inequality or Gini Index in Tularosa is 0.52.
How Large is the Labor Force in Tularosa?
There are 863 People in the Labor Forcein in Tularosa.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Tularosa?
47.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Tularosa.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Tularosa?
Unemployment Rate in Tularosa is 21.3%.