Roswell

Chaves County, New Mexico

Population 64K |Median income $52,938 |2 hospitals

Population

64,217

Chaves County

Median Income

$52,938

-22% vs avg

Median Home Value

$156,400

-31% vs avg

Median Age

37.2

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

64K-2%

Median Income

$52,938+35%

Median Home Value

$156,400+62%

Poverty Rate

24.3%+14%

Unemployment

5%-29%

Economics

Median Rent

$867/mo

Poverty Rate

24.3% +71% vs avg

Unemployment 5%

Bachelor's Degree+ 17.9%

Work From Home 5.4%

Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 53.7%

African American 1.6%

Asian 1.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

39.8%

High Blood Pressure

36.9%

Short Sleep Duration

35.5%

Physical Inactivity

31%

Lack of Health Insurance

20.2%

Frequent Mental Distress

17.3%

Frequent Physical Distress

17.1%

Current Smoking

15.1%

Diabetes

14.3%

Binge Drinking

14.2%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 55.8%

Annual Checkup 69.2%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

9.9%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.5%

Stroke

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

2/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

EASTERN NEW MEXICO MEDICAL CENTER

ROSWELL · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Roswell Area 6

Flood Warnings

Environment Agency Removes Groundwater Flood Alert for Denmead, Hampshire

Environment Agency · 2d ago

Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Albuquerque, NM Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 3d ago

Weather Alerts high

Red Flag Warning Issued for Southeast New Mexico and West Texas Through Sunday Evening

NOAA · 4d ago

Weather Alerts high

Dust Storm Warning Issued for West Texas and Southeastern New Mexico Through Sunday Afternoon

NOAA · 4d ago

Weather Alerts high

High Wind Warning Issued for Jemez Mountains; Gusts Up to 65 MPH Expected

NOAA · 5d ago

Weather Alerts high

Red Flag Warning Issued for Far West Texas and Southern New Mexico Through Sunday Evening

NOAA · 5d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Roswell, NM? ▼

Roswell, NM has a population of 64,217 people, located in Chaves County, New Mexico.

What is the median household income in Roswell? ▼

The median household income in Roswell, NM is $52,938 per year. The poverty rate is 24.3%.

What is the median home value in Roswell? ▼

The median home value in Roswell, NM is $156,400. Median rent is $867/month.

What are the top health concerns in Roswell? ▼

The top health indicators in Roswell include Obesity (39.8%), High Blood Pressure (36.9%), Short Sleep Duration (35.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Roswell? ▼

Roswell has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Roswell? ▼

The median age in Roswell, NM is 37.2 years. 17.9% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Roswell, NM is located in Chaves County, New Mexico. With a population of 64K and a median household income of $52,938, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Roswell area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Chaves County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.