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Farmington.
About
Life in Farmington
If you're considering Farmington, you're looking at a working regional hub rather than a tourist destination, though the nearby Aztec Ruins and eventual proximity to Mesa Verde do draw some visitors. The economy is tied to energy industries and retail, which provides stability but also means the city's fortunes are somewhat dependent on those sectors. Housing is reasonably affordable compared to many Western cities—median home values around $233,000 and rents under $1,000—and unemployment sits well below national averages at 4.6%.
Farmington at a Glance
Population, income, housing and more
Median Age
38.7 yrs
Poverty Rate
17.4%
Foreign-Born
3.3%
Broadband Internet
80.5%
of households
Population Growth
-1.2%
recent change · Census Bureau
Median household income
Demographics3.3% foreign-born, most often from Mexico
Who lives in Farmington: race and ethnicity, ages, households, languages and countries of origin
In Farmington, the largest foreign-born group is from Mexico (62.0%), and 10.1% of residents speak Other at home.
Under 18
26.4%
of residents
65 and Older
16.6%
of residents
Households with Kids
31.9%
anyone under 18
Living Alone
31.5%
of households
Married Couples
44.3%
of households
Avg Household Size
2.64
people
Race & Ethnicity
Hispanic or Latino of any race; other groups are non-Hispanic
Top countries of origin (foreign-born)
Languages Spoken at Home
Cost of Livingrent about average for NM
Rent, home values, and income in Farmington
In Farmington, home values are 6% below the NM average.
Median rent (per month)
Median home value
Rent Burdened
38.5%
spending 30%+ of income on rent
Severely Rent Burdened
20.2%
spending 50%+
Cost of Living Index
87.7
metro area (BEA) · US avg = 100
Median Property Tax
$1,427
per year, owner-occupied homes
Homeowners
66.2%
of occupied homes are owned
Typical Home Built
1982
median year built
Vacant Homes
8.9%
of housing units
Home Value Trend
Latest: $282,854 (September 2026)
Jobs & Economyunemployment about average for NM
Unemployment in Farmington
Unemployment in Farmington is close to the NM average.
Unemployment rate
City-level rate · BLS annual average
Unemployment Rate — 10 Year Trend
City-level (BLS) · Annual averages
What Farmington Residents Do for Work · share of employed residents by industry
City residents, wherever they work
Commute19.5 min avg
How Farmington residents get to work, and the nearest airports
In Farmington, most residents drive alone to work (84%), and 80% get there in under 30 minutes.
How People Get to Work
Commute Time Distribution
Nearest airports · with airline service
- 2 mi
Four Corners Regional Airport (FMN)
Regional airport · few flights7,643 passengers boarded in 2025
Straight-line distance. Size is the FAA’s hub category, based on passenger traffic: regional airports may have only a few flights a day.
Safetyviolent crime 217% above national average
Crime rates for 2025
Violent crime in Farmington runs 217% above the national average.
Violent Crime Rate
1,045.4
per 100,000 residents
Above average (329 national, 2025)
Property Crime Rate
2,532.3
per 100,000 residents
Above average (1,552 national, 2025)
Farmington Police Department
Natural DisastersDrought most common — 18 events in 2025
Natural hazard risk, storms and earthquakes
FEMA National Risk Index
Relatively Moderate
88.3 / 100
Compares expected losses from natural hazards, social vulnerability and community resilience against every US county (higher = more risk).
San Juan County, county-wide · FEMA NRI December 2025
In San Juan County, which includes Farmington, the most common type is drought, with 18 recorded events in 2025.
Most common events:
Storm events by year
| Year | Events | Top Type | Property Damage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 18 | Drought | $10,000 |
| 2024 | 26 | Drought | $4.6M |
| 2023 | 24 | Heavy Snow | $6,500 |
| 2022 | 27 | Drought | $580,000 |
| 2021 | 26 | Drought | $160,000 |
| 2020 | 20 | Drought | $50,000 |
| 2019 | 4 | Drought | None reported |
| 2018 | 1 | Hail | None reported |
Property damage is the National Weather Service's estimate filed with each event. “None reported” means the events were logged with $0 damage; “Not estimated” means no estimate was filed. Storms covering several counties aren't counted here, since NOAA doesn't split their damage by county.
12 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5+ within 100 miles in the past year
San Juan County, county-wide
Air Quality47 median AQI — Good
Days by air quality category (2025)
Air quality in San Juan County, which includes Farmington, is typically good — 248 good-air days per year.
Median AQI
47
Good Days
248
per year
Moderate Days
117
per year
Unhealthy Days
0
per year
San Juan County, county-wide
Climate91°F summers, 21°F winters
30-year climate averages (1991–2020) — monthly temperatures and precipitation
Farmington has hot summers (avg high 91°F) and cold winters (avg low 21°F).
Spring (Mar–May)
68°/36°F
avg high / low
Summer (Jun–Aug)
91°/58°F
avg high / low
Fall (Sep–Nov)
68°/38°F
avg high / low
Winter (Dec–Feb)
45°/21°F
avg high / low
Annual Precipitation
7.8"
Annual Snowfall
8.6"
Hot Days/Year
69
days above 90°F
Freeze Days/Year
149
days below 32°F
Rainy Days/Year
60
Average month
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| Month | High | Low | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 43°F | 19°F | 0.72" |
| Feb | 50°F | 24°F | 0.65" |
| Mar | 60°F | 30°F | 0.60" |
| Apr | 67°F | 35°F | 0.56" |
| May | 77°F | 44°F | 0.53" |
| Jun | 89°F | 53°F | 0.20" |
| Jul | 93°F | 61°F | 0.63" |
| Aug | 90°F | 60°F | 0.79" |
| Sep | 82°F | 51°F | 1.06" |
| Oct | 69°F | 38°F | 0.79" |
| Nov | 55°F | 27°F | 0.66" |
| Dec | 43°F | 19°F | 0.57" |
Healthcare1 hospital, avg 2.0/5
Hospitals, ratings, and health insurance in Farmington
Farmington has 1 hospital, averaging 2.0 out of 5 on CMS's quality rating — below-average care.
Hospitals
1
within city limits
Uninsured
11.2%
of residents
Avg Hospital Rating
2.0 / 5
San Juan Regional Medical Center Inc.
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available
Adult Health · vs. the typical US place
Share of adults. Modeled estimates, not counted cases. “US” = the typical US place.
Medicare-certified hospitals only. Doesn’t include clinics, urgent care, or freestanding ERs.
Education15.5:1 student/teacher ratio
Schools and degree attainment in Farmington
Farmington's student/teacher ratio is 15.5:1, close to the national average of 16:1, and 26.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
Public Schools
21
within city limits
Private Schools
6
within city limits
College Degree Rate
26.2%
adults 25+ with bachelor's or higher
Student/Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
National avg 16:1
Schools located within city limits (2023) — school-level metrics change slowly year to year
Parks & Recreationclosest: Aztec Ruins National Monument, 12 mi
Nearby national parks, recreation areas and public libraries for Farmington
Farmington has 6 nearby national parks or recreation areas, closest being Aztec Ruins National Monument (12 mi away).
Nearby National Parks & Recreation Areas
Aztec Ruins National Monument
National Monument
12 mi awayMesa Verde National Park
National Park
37 mi awayYucca House National Monument
National Monument
44 mi awayChaco Culture National Historical Park
National Historical Park
51 mi awayHovenweep National Monument
National Monument
63 mi awayCanyon de Chelly National Monument
National Monument
77 mi awayPublic Libraries in Farmington
Farmington Public Library
2101 Farmington Ave., Farmington
Cities Near Farmington
The closest cities within 60 miles
Planning a move to Farmington?
Read our full moving guide — what it's really like to live here.
Farmington FAQ
Is Farmington, New Mexico affordable?⌄
Farmington's median rent is $1,037/month, which is below the national average, making it relatively affordable. The median household income is $68,784/year. Median home value is $233,000.
Is Farmington, New Mexico safe?⌄
Farmington's violent crime rate was 1045 per 100,000 residents in 2025, which is significantly above the national average of 329/100k that year. Property crime rate is 2532 per 100,000. As with any city, crime rates vary by neighborhood.
What is the job market like in Farmington, New Mexico?⌄
Farmington has an unemployment rate of 4.1%, which is close to the national average of 4.3%.
What is the cost of living in Farmington, New Mexico?⌄
The cost of living in Farmington is primarily driven by housing. Median rent is $1,037/month and median household income is $68,784/year. The median home value is $233,000. About 39% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing.
How is the commute in Farmington, New Mexico?⌄
The average commute in Farmington is 20 minutes, which is shorter than average compared to the national average of 26 minutes.
Data from the US Census Bureau, BLS, FBI, NOAA, EPA, Zillow Research and other public sources. Where our data comes from