Roswell, NM — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Chaves County · New Mexico
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Roswell based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
47,823
2023 ACS
Median Income
$50,294
2023
Median Home Value
$139,200
2023
Median Rent
$840
2023
Median Age
36.8
Unemployment
5.9%
Cost of Living Index
82.5
100 = national avg
Roswell is a city in Chaves County, New Mexico, with a population of 47,823 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Roswell is one of the communities in New Mexico.
The median household income in Roswell is $50,294, and the median home value is $139,200. The cost of living index is 82.5 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $840 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.9%, and the median age is 36.8 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
47,823
Male
23,879
49.9%
Female
23,944
50.1%
Median Age
36.8
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
12.7%
High School or Higher
30.3%
Foreign Born
11.6%
Veterans
5.7%
Married
33.5%
Avg Household Size
2.6
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.181
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
62.2%
Foreign Born
11.6%
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
61.1%
29,201 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
38.9%
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+)
44,856
English Only
65.3%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
14,509 speakers
Limited English
9.2%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
90.8%
Limited English Proficiency
9.2%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
2,744
5.7% of population
Disability Rate
21.2%
581 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$32,300
Unemployment Rate
3.2%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
2,574
93.8%
Female Veterans
170
6.2%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$32,300
Non-Veteran Income
$27,112
Difference
$5,188
19.1% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
581
Without Disability
2,163
Disability Rate
21.2%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
15,270
#1 Ancestry
American
7.2% (3,465)
#2 Ancestry
German
5.9% (2,821)
#3 Ancestry
English
5.1% (2,450)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
17,886
Family Households
11,223
62.7%
Married Couples
6,859
38.3%
Non-Family Households
6,663
37.3%
Single Mother Households
3,205
17.9%
Single Father Households
1,159
6.5%
Living Alone
5,740
32.1%
Children Under 18
Total Children
9,696
In Married Couple
5,535
57.1%
With Single Mother
3,216
33.2%
With Single Father
945
9.7%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$58,213
Married Couple Income
$82,067
Single Mother Income
$32,050
Single Father Income
$48,575
Avg Family Size
2.6
Avg Non-Family Size
2.4
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
1,097
Grandparents Responsible
463
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$50,294
-31% vs national
Per Capita Income
$28,418
-24% vs national
Poverty Rate
24.2%
+78% vs national
Gini Index
0.5001
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.9%
+14% vs national
SNAP Recipients
25.1%
of households
How Roswell Compares
Roswell vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Roswell is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Roswell, NM has a median household income of $50,294, making it the 21,251st highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Roswell has a higher median household income than 24% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Roswell, NM has a per capita income of $28,418, making it the 19,001st highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Roswell has a higher per capita income than 32% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Roswell, NM has a poverty rate of 24.2%, making it the 5,021st highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Roswell has a higher poverty rate than 84% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Roswell, NM has a unemployment rate of 5.9%, making it the 9,378th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Roswell has a higher unemployment rate than 70% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Roswell. The median household income here is $50,294.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.9%
-8% vs NM avg
Labor Force
20,832
Employed
19,554
Mean Commute
17 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
12.7%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
30.3%
of adults 25+
Median Age
36.8
Work from Home
4.5%
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
82.5
100 = national avg
-17.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,306
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$85,814
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$887
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,071
per month
The median household income in Roswell, NM is $50,294, which is 31.3% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $28,418. The poverty rate of 24.2% is higher than the NM state average of 20.1%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.5001, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.9%, compared to the state average of 6.4%. The labor force is 20,832. 12.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 17 minutes, with 4.5% working from home. About 83.1% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 82.5, which is 17.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 80.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,306 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$230,000
Median List Price
$234,400
Price Per Sq Ft
$145
Days on Market
41
Active Inventory
115
Months of Supply
3.6
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$165,455
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,156
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
0.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
22.2%
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
32
New Listings
38
Pending Sales
45
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$145
Median List $/SF
$134
Roswell vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Roswell is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Roswell, NM has a median home value of $139,200, making it the 17,536th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Roswell has a higher median home value than 37% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Roswell, NM has a median rent of $840, making it the 14,319th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Roswell has a higher median rent than 36% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Roswell, NM has a price per square foot of $145, making it the 13,066th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Roswell has a higher price per square foot than 37% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Roswell, NM has a rent burden of 20.0%, making it the 8,729th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Roswell has a higher rent burden than 60% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$139,200
Median Rent
$840
Total Housing Units
20,089
Vacancy Rate
11.0%
Owner Occupied
66.4%
Renter Occupied
33.6%
Median Property Tax
$963
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$695
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$963
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.69%
of home value
Median Home Value
$139,200
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,132
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($963) by the median home value ($139,200). In Roswell, NM, this works out to an effective rate of 0.69%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Roswell, NM is $230,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 41 days on the market. 0.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.6 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $145. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,156/month. About 66.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1968. There are 20,089 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $963. The effective tax rate is 0.69%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
8.51
per 1,000 residents
+227% vs national
Property Crime Rate
25.09
per 1,000 residents
+46% vs national
Total Crimes
1,568
2024
Violent Clearance
53%
cases solved
Property Clearance
27%
cases solved
YoY Change
-7.3%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Roswell Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Roswell vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Roswell 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)Roswell police solve 67% of murder cases but only 13% of rape 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 | 6 | 0.13 | 66.7% |
| Rape | Violent | 38 | 0.81 | 13.2% |
| Robbery | Violent | 20 | 0.43 | 45.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 332 | 7.11 | 57.8% |
| Burglary | Property | 200 | 4.28 | 15.5% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 879 | 18.83 | 29.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 92 | 1.97 | 23.9% |
Roswell, NM reported 397 violent crimes and 1,171 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 8.51 per 1,000 residents is 227.1% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 53% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 879 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 47.9% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 397 | 1,171 | 8.51 | 25.09 |
| 2023 | 430 | 1,348 | 9.17 | 28.75 |
| 2022 | 426 | 1,426 | 8.94 | 29.94 |
| 2021 | 474 | 1,114 | 9.98 | 23.45 |
| 2020 | 406 | 1,478 | 8.56 | 31.15 |
| 2019 | 404 | 1,793 | 8.50 | 37.72 |
| 2018 | 396 | 2,008 | 8.31 | 42.12 |
| 2017 | 306 | 1,992 | 6.36 | 41.38 |
| 2016 | 311 | 2,132 | 6.40 | 43.91 |
| 2015 | 318 | 2,455 | 6.54 | 50.48 |
School Shootings
Source: The Washington PostTotal Incidents
1
Total Killed
0
Total Injured
3
| Date | School | Killed | Injured | Type | Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 14, 2014 | Berrendo Middle School | 0 | 3 | targeted | shotgun |
Data from The Washington Post, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
87.6
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
83.9
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
73.3
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
4.3
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
9
Public Assistance
$20.8M
Individual Assistance
$7.2M
Most Common Type
Flood
3 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Storms, Flooding, and Landslides → | Flood | Jul 2025 | — | — |
| Severe Storm and Flooding → | Flood | Nov 2024 | $19.9M | $6.5M |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Apr 2020 | $671K | $697K |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, and Mudslides → | Flood | Oct 2013 | $268K | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Forest Fire → | Fire | May 2000 | — | — |
| Severe Fire Threats → | Fire | May 2000 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Storm | Jan 1998 | — | — |
| South Fork Fire, Salt Fire, and Flooding → | Unknown | — | — | — |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
132
Total Claims Paid
$8,077,304
Avg Claim Payout
$61,192
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
4
Federal Funding
$156,983
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.00
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 600.1: Warning Systems (as a Component of a Planned, Adopted, and Exercised Risk Reduction Plan) | 2 | $101,483 |
| 91.5: Local Multijurisdictional Multihazard Mitigation Plan - UPDATE | 1 | $37,500 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $18,000 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Roswell has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are drought, strong wind, winter weather. The area has had 9 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is flood (3 declarations). 132 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $20,810,181 in public assistance recovery funding. $7,204,352 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 4 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
39.9%
3.8pp above the national average
Depression Rate
24.1%
0.6pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.4%
2.5pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
20.6%
10.0pp 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
35.2%
Arthritis
26.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.7%
Teeth Lost (65+)
16.1%
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
17.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
24.1%
Loneliness
34.5%
Lack of Support
25.5%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
39.1%
Mobility
18.2%
Cognitive
18.5%
Hearing
8.7%
Vision
9.1%
Self-Care
6.1%
Independent Living
11.2%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Roswell has an obesity rate of 39.9%, which is 3.8pp above the national average. The depression rate is 24.1%, 0.6pp above the national average. About 20.6% of adults lack health insurance. 69.3% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
3
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
2.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
20.5 mi
Eastern New Mexico Medical Cen...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern New Mexico Medical Center | 20.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Lovelace Regional Hospital - Roswell | 20.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Artesia General Hospital | 45.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
4
Pop. Served
59,024
Violations (5yr)
3
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| ROSWELL MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM | 54,025 | 2 |
| BERRENDO COOPERATIVE WUA | 4,304 | 0 |
| CUMBERLAND COOPERATIVE WUA | 606 | 0 |
| WILD WILLYS RV PARK | 89 | 1 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
3
Total CO₂e
93.6K MT
Top Emitter
Leprino Foods Roswell
42.1K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (25,000 - 50,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Leprino Foods Roswell Leprino Foods Co | Other | 42,069 |
EPNG Station 6570 Roswell, NM Kinder Morgan Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 25,998 |
STATION #9 - ROSWELL CMP STN Energy Transfer Lp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 25,555 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 4 water systems serving the area. 3 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 3 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 93.6K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
17 min
-29% vs national
Drive Alone
83.1%
+6% vs national
Public Transit
0.1%
-88% vs national
Work From Home
4.5%
-51% vs national
Carpool
8.4%
Walk / Bike
2.6%
combined
How Roswell's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
6
2023
6-Year Avg
5
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
3
Nighttime
4
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2022 | 5 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 7 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 2019 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2018 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Roswell, NM is 17 minutes, which is 28.6% below the national average of 23 minutes. 83.1% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 4.5% work from home, which is below the NM state average of 9.0%. 8.4% of workers carpool. 2.2% walk to work. In 2023, there were 6 traffic fatalities from 6 fatal crashes. 3 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
76.2%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
56.9%
of households
No Internet
17.7%
of households
Total Households
17,886
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
88.3%
of households
Smartphone
81.5%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
67.4%
of households
Tablet
56.6%
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).
Roswell 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
4
Population Served
59,024
Violations (5yr)
3
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROSWELL MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM | Community | Ground water | 54,025 | 2 |
| BERRENDO COOPERATIVE WUA | Community | Ground water | 4,304 | 0 |
| CUMBERLAND COOPERATIVE WUA | Community | Ground water | 606 | 0 |
| WILD WILLYS RV PARK | Community | Ground water | 89 | 1 |
76.2% of households in Roswell have broadband internet access. 56.9% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 14.4% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 17.7% of households have no internet access. 13.3% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 4 water systems, providing water to 59,024 people. A total of 3 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Roswell is located in Chaves County, NM. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Roswell.
Election Overview
Source: Chaves County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
5,941
26.8%
GOP Votes
15,894
71.6%
Total Votes
22,200
Margin
R+44.8%
Shift from 2020
R+3.5pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5,941 | 15,894 | 22,200 | 26.8% | 71.6% | R+44.8 |
| 2020 | 6,381 | 15,656 | 22,443 | 28.4% | 69.8% | R+41.3 |
| 2016 | 5,530 | 12,869 | 20,159 | 27.4% | 63.8% | R+36.4 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Chaves County recorded 22,200 total votes. Republicans won the county with 71.6% of the vote compared to 26.8% for Democrats, a margin of R+44.8%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+3.5pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Chaves County has shifted 8.4 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
235
Total Assets
$318.0M
Total Income
$125.6M
Per 10K Residents
49.1
nonprofits
-35.5% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
30
Median Assets
$457K
Oldest Active
1941
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $261.6M of $318.0M 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 Roswell
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFRoswell, NM has 235 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $318.0M. The most common category is Education, with 27 organizations. 30 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 49.1 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1941.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
301
Total Approved
$75.7M
Jobs Supported
1,603
Per 10K Residents
62.9
SBA loans
-18.2% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
36
Top Lender
Bank of the Southwest
94 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2025
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
284
Total Amount
$63.8M
Avg Loan
$224,643
Median Loan
$78,000
SBA Guaranteed
$48.8M(77%)
Jobs Supported
1,409
Loans
17
Total Amount
$11.9M
Avg Loan
$699,000
Median Loan
$541,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
22
7% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$10.1M
13% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$461,073
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Epic Digital Entertainment Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Wakefield Oil Co. Inc. | 10 | $3.3M |
| The Fis Company Inc | 1 | $3.2M |
| Icon Motion Pictures & Music Inc. | 1 | $3.0M |
| Heritage Memorial Alliance Inc. | 3 | $2.5M |
| Enchanted Lands Realtors Inc. | 1 | $2.4M |
| Super 8 | 2 | $2.2M |
| Roswell Investments Llc | 1 | $2.0M |
| Comfort Suites-roswell | 1 | $1.5M |
| Single 1 Llc | 1 | $1.5M |
Roswell, NM has received 301 SBA loans totaling $75.7M in approved funding between 1992 and 2025. The 7(a) program accounts for 284 loans (94% of the total), supporting 1,409 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 17 loans totaling $11.9M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Roswell is Bank of the Southwest with 94 loans. That works out to 62.9 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
1
Total Population
27,715
Avg Median Income
$62,752
Avg Home Value
$202,600
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88201 | 27,715 | $62,752 | $202,600 | $957 | 2643.3 |
Roswell, NM has 1 ZIP code with a combined population of 27,715. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $62,752. The average median home value is $202,600. The average median monthly rent is $957.
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