Alamogordo, NM — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Otero County · New Mexico
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Alamogordo based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
31,063
2023 ACS
Median Income
$52,515
2023
Median Home Value
$163,600
2023
Median Rent
$886
2023
Median Age
37.7
Unemployment
7.0%
Cost of Living Index
86.3
100 = national avg
Alamogordo is a city in Otero County, New Mexico, with a population of 31,063 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Alamogordo is one of the communities in New Mexico.
The median household income in Alamogordo is $52,515, and the median home value is $163,600. The cost of living index is 86.3 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $886 per month. The unemployment rate is 7.0%, and the median age is 37.7 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
31,063
Male
16,309
52.5%
Female
14,754
47.5%
Median Age
37.7
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
17.5%
High School or Higher
36.8%
Foreign Born
5.8%
Veterans
14.0%
Married
37.2%
Avg Household Size
2.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.416
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
66.6%
Foreign Born
5.8%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
31.8%
9,881 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
68.2%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
29,240
English Only
84.9%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
3,528 speakers
Limited English
3.8%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
96.3%
Limited English Proficiency
3.8%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
4,338
14.0% of population
Disability Rate
35.0%
1,518 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$52,449
Unemployment Rate
2.9%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
3,689
85.0%
Female Veterans
649
15.0%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$52,449
Non-Veteran Income
$26,210
Difference
$26,239
100.1% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
1,518
Without Disability
2,820
Disability Rate
35.0%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
17,092
#1 Ancestry
German
12.7% (3,959)
#2 Ancestry
English
11.6% (3,590)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
9.7% (3,005)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
13,194
Family Households
7,502
56.9%
Married Couples
5,217
39.5%
Non-Family Households
5,692
43.1%
Single Mother Households
1,517
11.5%
Single Father Households
768
5.8%
Living Alone
4,849
36.8%
Children Under 18
Total Children
5,928
In Married Couple
3,666
61.8%
With Single Mother
1,642
27.7%
With Single Father
620
10.5%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$66,481
Married Couple Income
$83,143
Single Mother Income
$28,550
Single Father Income
$53,224
Avg Family Size
2.3
Avg Non-Family Size
2.3
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
701
Grandparents Responsible
349
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$52,515
-28% vs national
Per Capita Income
$31,998
-14% vs national
Poverty Rate
17.7%
+30% vs national
Gini Index
0.4330
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
7.0%
+36% vs national
SNAP Recipients
19.7%
of households
How Alamogordo Compares
Alamogordo vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Alamogordo is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Alamogordo, NM has a median household income of $52,515, making it the 20,103rd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Alamogordo has a higher median household income than 29% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Alamogordo, NM has a per capita income of $31,998, making it the 15,107th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Alamogordo has a higher per capita income than 46% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Alamogordo, NM has a poverty rate of 17.7%, making it the 8,787th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Alamogordo has a higher poverty rate than 72% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Alamogordo, NM has a unemployment rate of 7.0%, making it the 7,272nd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Alamogordo has a higher unemployment rate than 77% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Alamogordo. The median household income here is $52,515.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
7.0%
+10% vs NM avg
Labor Force
14,775
Employed
11,772
Mean Commute
17 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
17.5%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
36.8%
of adults 25+
Median Age
37.7
Work from Home
6.5%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the New Mexico metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$100.2K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
86.3
100 = national avg
-13.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,982
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$89,776
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$792
per month
2 Bedroom
$973
per month
The median household income in Alamogordo, NM is $52,515, which is 28.3% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $31,998. The poverty rate of 17.7% is lower than the NM state average of 20.1%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4330, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 7.0%, compared to the state average of 6.4%. The labor force is 14,775. 17.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 17 minutes, with 6.5% working from home. About 80.1% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 86.3, which is 13.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 88.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,982 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$221,900
Median List Price
$242,195
Price Per Sq Ft
$152
Days on Market
49
Active Inventory
125
Months of Supply
4.0
Balanced market
Zillow Home Value
$216,710
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,506
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
0.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
25.9%
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
31
New Listings
51
Pending Sales
54
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$152
Median List $/SF
$157
Alamogordo vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Alamogordo is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Alamogordo, NM has a median home value of $163,600, making it the 15,267th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Alamogordo has a higher median home value than 45% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Alamogordo, NM has a median rent of $886, making it the 12,845th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Alamogordo has a higher median rent than 42% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Alamogordo, NM has a price per square foot of $152, making it the 12,371st highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Alamogordo has a higher price per square foot than 40% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Alamogordo, NM has a rent burden of 20.2%, making it the 8,466th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Alamogordo has a higher rent burden than 61% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$163,600
Median Rent
$886
Total Housing Units
15,353
Vacancy Rate
14.1%
Owner Occupied
59.9%
Renter Occupied
40.1%
Median Property Tax
$1,006
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$762
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,006
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.61%
of home value
Median Home Value
$163,600
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,240
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,006) by the median home value ($163,600). In Alamogordo, NM, this works out to an effective rate of 0.61%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Alamogordo, NM is $221,900 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 49 days on the market. 0.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 4.0 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $152. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,506/month. About 59.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1979. There are 15,353 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,006. The effective tax rate is 0.61%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
3.34
per 1,000 residents
+29% vs national
Property Crime Rate
28.47
per 1,000 residents
+66% vs national
Total Crimes
999
2024
Violent Clearance
79%
cases solved
Property Clearance
34%
cases solved
YoY Change
-17.7%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Alamogordo Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Alamogordo vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Alamogordo is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Alamogordo police solve 84% of aggravated assault cases but only 0% of robbery cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Rape | Violent | 7 | 0.22 | 28.6% |
| Robbery | Violent | 1 | 0.03 | 0.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 97 | 3.09 | 83.5% |
| Burglary | Property | 107 | 3.41 | 11.2% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 740 | 23.57 | 38.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 47 | 1.50 | 21.3% |
Alamogordo, NM reported 105 violent crimes and 894 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 3.34 per 1,000 residents is 28.6% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 79% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 740 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 15.5% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 105 | 894 | 3.34 | 28.47 |
| 2023 | 128 | 923 | 4.06 | 29.31 |
| 2022 | 152 | 777 | 4.76 | 24.32 |
| 2021 | 168 | 845 | 5.20 | 26.18 |
| 2019 | 109 | 796 | 3.42 | 25.01 |
| 2018 | 96 | 1,022 | 3.06 | 32.62 |
| 2017 | 113 | 986 | 3.60 | 31.42 |
| 2016 | 115 | 1,010 | 3.74 | 32.83 |
| 2015 | 116 | 987 | 3.72 | 31.68 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
84.7
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
81.3
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
63.5
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
4.9
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
24
Public Assistance
$35.6M
Individual Assistance
$24K
Most Common Type
Fire
12 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Storms, Flooding, and Landslides → | Flood | Jul 2025 | $23K | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, and Landslides → | Flood | Jul 2025 | — | — |
| South Fork Fire, Salt Fire, and Flooding → | Fire | Jun 2024 | $3.3M | $1K |
| Salt Fire → | Fire | Jun 2024 | — | — |
| South Fork Fire → | Fire | Jun 2024 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Apr 2020 | $8.7M | $13K |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Soldier Canyon Fire → | Fire | Jun 2018 | — | — |
| Timberon Fire → | Fire | Jul 2016 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Oct 2014 | $287K | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Oct 2014 | $283K | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, and Mudslides → | Flood | Oct 2013 | $496K | — |
| Flooding → | Flood | Aug 2012 | $17.4M | — |
| Little Lewis Fire → | Fire | Jun 2011 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm and Extreme Cold Tem… → | Severe Storm | Mar 2011 | $188K | — |
| Buckwood Fire → | Fire | May 2009 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Aug 2008 | $2.4M | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Aug 2006 | $2.6M | $9K |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Nm - Penasco Fire - 05-01-02 → | Fire | May 2002 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 26 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
130
Total Claims Paid
$1,539,366
Avg Claim Payout
$11,841
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
6
Federal Funding
$68,183
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.00
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 2 | $25,050 |
| 91.3: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan - UPDATE | 2 | $0 |
| 93.1: Tribal (Local) Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $23,133 |
| 90.4: Mitigation Plan - Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $20,000 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Alamogordo has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are wildfire, winter weather, lightning. The area has had 24 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is fire (12 declarations). 130 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $35,638,092 in public assistance recovery funding. $23,785 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 6 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
35.9%
near the national average
Depression Rate
24.1%
0.6pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.5%
0.6pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
12.9%
2.3pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
35.6%
Arthritis
26.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.8%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
16.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
24.1%
Loneliness
33.8%
Lack of Support
23.3%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
33.6%
Mobility
15.5%
Cognitive
15.9%
Hearing
8.5%
Vision
6.9%
Self-Care
4.9%
Independent Living
9.7%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Alamogordo has an obesity rate of 35.9%, which is near the national average. The depression rate is 24.1%, 0.6pp above the national average. About 12.9% of adults lack health insurance. 70.8% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
4
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
1.8 / 5
Nearest Hospital
11.2 mi
Christus Southern New Mexico
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christus Southern New Mexico | 11.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Lincoln County Medical Center | 36.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Memorial Medical Center | 50.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Mountain View Regional Medical Center | 50.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
5
Pop. Served
846
Violations (5yr)
35
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| BOLES ACRES WATER SYSTEM | 657 | 0 |
| DUNGAN MDWCA | 64 | 11 |
| ALAMO HEIGHTS WUA | 52 | 3 |
| ENCHANTED VALLEY WUA | 41 | 7 |
| CANYON HILLS AREA WUA | 32 | 14 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
1
Total CO₂e
35.0K MT
Top Emitter
Otero/Greentree Regional Landfill
35.0K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (25,000 - 50,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Otero/Greentree Regional Landfill City Of Alamogordo Public Works Department | Waste | 35,039 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 5 water systems serving the area. 35 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 1 industrial facility reports greenhouse gas emissions totaling 35.0K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
17 min
-29% vs national
Drive Alone
80.1%
+2% vs national
Public Transit
0.5%
-44% vs national
Work From Home
6.5%
-30% vs national
Carpool
11.0%
Walk / Bike
1.3%
combined
How Alamogordo's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
3
2023
6-Year Avg
2
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
1
Nighttime
1
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Alamogordo, NM is 17 minutes, which is 29.1% below the national average of 23 minutes. 80.1% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 6.5% work from home, which is below the NM state average of 9.0%. 11.0% of workers carpool. 0.5% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 3 traffic fatalities from 3 fatal crashes. 1 was a pedestrian.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
89.6%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
73.9%
of households
No Internet
8.7%
of households
Total Households
13,194
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
94.5%
of households
Smartphone
88.5%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
75.8%
of households
Tablet
59.2%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.2¢
per kWh
-26% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.5¢
per kWh
-32% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
5.4¢
per kWh
-54% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$93
residential
-37% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
17% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in New Mexico averages 14.2¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $93. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Alamogordo vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
5
Population Served
846
Violations (5yr)
35
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BOLES ACRES WATER SYSTEM | Community | Ground water | 657 | 0 |
| DUNGAN MDWCA | Community | Ground water | 64 | 11 |
| ALAMO HEIGHTS WUA | Community | Ground water | 52 | 3 |
| ENCHANTED VALLEY WUA | Community | Ground water | 41 | 7 |
| CANYON HILLS AREA WUA | Community | Ground water | 32 | 14 |
89.6% of households in Alamogordo have broadband internet access. 73.9% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 10.1% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 8.7% of households have no internet access. 11.8% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 5 water systems, providing water to 846 people. A total of 35 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Alamogordo is located in Otero County, NM. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Alamogordo.
Election Overview
Source: Otero County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
8,582
35.4%
GOP Votes
15,117
62.4%
Total Votes
24,242
Margin
R+27.0%
Shift from 2020
R+1.4pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 8,582 | 15,117 | 24,242 | 35.4% | 62.4% | R+27.0 |
| 2020 | 8,485 | 14,521 | 23,571 | 36.0% | 61.6% | R+25.6 |
| 2016 | 6,033 | 11,756 | 19,636 | 30.7% | 59.9% | R+29.2 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Otero County recorded 24,242 total votes. Republicans won the county with 62.4% of the vote compared to 35.4% for Democrats, a margin of R+27.0%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+1.4pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Otero County has shifted 2.2 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
166
Total Assets
$305.1M
Total Income
$397.8M
Per 10K Residents
53.4
nonprofits
-19.6% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
13
Median Assets
$453K
Oldest Active
1941
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $292.0M of $305.1M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Alamogordo
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFAlamogordo, NM has 166 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $305.1M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 15 organizations. 13 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 53.4 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1941.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
224
Total Approved
$61.6M
Jobs Supported
993
Per 10K Residents
72.1
SBA loans
+1.5% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
36
Top Lender
First Savings Bank
94 loans
Top Industry
Construction
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
203
Total Amount
$48.5M
Avg Loan
$238,978
Median Loan
$80,000
SBA Guaranteed
$36.4M(75%)
Jobs Supported
624
Loans
21
Total Amount
$13.1M
Avg Loan
$624,762
Median Loan
$432,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
21
9% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$16.6M
27% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$790,462
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Shree Hospitality Llc | 2 | $4.7M |
| Surestay Plus Nm | 1 | $4.2M |
| Jvk Hospitality Nm Llc | 1 | $2.5M |
| Marietta Biscuit Company Inc | 1 | $2.3M |
| Leslie Animal Clinic P.c. | 1 | $2.0M |
| Today's Dental Care Llc | 2 | $1.9M |
| Shree Hospitality Llc | 1 | $1.7M |
| Motel 6 | 1 | $1.7M |
| Best Western Desert Aire Inn | 2 | $1.7M |
| Bramh, Llc | 1 | $1.7M |
Alamogordo, NM has received 224 SBA loans totaling $61.6M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 203 loans (91% of the total), supporting 624 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 21 loans totaling $13.1M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Construction. The most active SBA lender in Alamogordo is First Savings Bank with 94 loans. That works out to 72.1 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
4
Total Population
8,216
Avg Median Income
-$166,618,541
Avg Home Value
-$166,543,741
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88311 | 696 | N/A | $101,800 | N/A | 2.4 |
| 88325 | 1,523 | $83,125 | $246,000 | N/A | 106.8 |
| 88330 | 4,052 | $51,205 | N/A | $1,236 | 25.6 |
| 88337 | 1,945 | $58,171 | $143,900 | $774 | 40.5 |
Alamogordo, NM has 4 ZIP codes with a combined population of 8,216. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$166,618,541. The average median home value is -$166,543,741. The average median monthly rent is -$333,332,830.
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