South Valley SnackAbility
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Cost of living in South Valley summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in South Valley. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around New Mexico. Key points include:
The cost of living in South Valley is 92 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in South Valley is 0.9x lower than the national average.
The median home value in South Valley is $286,364.
The median income in South Valley is $58,224.
South Valley's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In South Valley Comparison Table
| Living Expense | South Valley | New Mexico | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 92 | 93 | 100 |
| Services | 100 | 98 | 100 |
| Groceries | 99 | 96 | 100 |
| Health | 82 | 86 | 100 |
| Housing | 101 | 99 | 100 |
| Transportation | 97 | 95 | 100 |
| Utilities | 94 | 94 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
South Valley, NM Weather
The average high in South Valley is 72.1° and the average low is 39.8°.
There are 26.9 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 9.6 inches of precipitation each year with 8.9 inches of snow.
| Stat | South Valley |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 72.1 |
| Average Annual Low | 39.8 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 26.9 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 9.6 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 8.9 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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South Valley Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in South Valley
The current population in South Valley is 37,120. The population has decreased 11.6% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 37,120 | 1.4% |
| 2023 | 36,605 | -2.6% |
| 2022 | 37,601 | 2.8% |
| 2021 | 36,583 | -6.6% |
| 2020 | 39,150 | -2.3% |
| 2019 | 40,080 | -2.3% |
| 2018 | 41,011 | -0.9% |
| 2017 | 41,391 | -0.0% |
| 2016 | 41,397 | -0.6% |
| 2015 | 41,660 | -0.2% |
| 2014 | 41,760 | -0.7% |
| 2013 | 42,056 | -0.6% |
| 2012 | 42,330 | 1.1% |
| 2011 | 41,854 | -0.3% |
| 2010 | 41,992 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in South Valley
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South Valley is:
13.8% White with 5,129 White residents.
0.9% African American with 318 African American residents.
1.0% American Indian with 380 American Indian residents.
0.2% Asian with 69 Asian residents.
0.1% Hawaiian with 35 Hawaiian residents.
0.2% Other with 58 Other residents.
1.5% Two Or More with 573 Two Or More residents.
82.3% Hispanic with 30,558 Hispanic residents.
| Race | South Valley | NM | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 13.8% | 36.0% | 57.4% |
| African American | 0.9% | 1.8% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 1.0% | 8.5% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 0.2% | 1.6% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 1.5% | 3.1% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 82.3% | 48.4% | 19.3% |
Gender in South Valley
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South Valley is 49.9% female with 18,535 female residents.
South Valley is 50.1% male with 18,585 male residents.
| Gender | South Valley | NM | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.9% | 50.3% | 50.5% |
| Male | 50.1% | 49.7% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in South Valley for adults over 25
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10.0% of adults in South Valley completed < 9th grade.
11.0% of adults in South Valley completed 9-12th grade.
36.0% of adults in South Valley completed high school / ged.
21.0% of adults in South Valley completed some college.
7.0% of adults in South Valley completed associate's degree.
9.0% of adults in South Valley completed bachelor's degree.
4.0% of adults in South Valley completed master's degree.
1.0% of adults in South Valley completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in South Valley completed doctorate degree.
| Education | South Valley | NM | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 10.0% | 5.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 11.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 36.0% | 26.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 21.0% | 22.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 7.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 9.0% | 17.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 4.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For South Valley, New Mexico
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7.6% of households in South Valley earn Less than $10,000.
6.6% of households in South Valley earn $10,000 to $14,999.
9.2% of households in South Valley earn $15,000 to $24,999.
10.2% of households in South Valley earn $25,000 to $34,999.
10.4% of households in South Valley earn $35,000 to $49,999.
16.6% of households in South Valley earn $50,000 to $74,999.
12.8% of households in South Valley earn $75,000 to $99,999.
16.0% of households in South Valley earn $100,000 to $149,999.
6.6% of households in South Valley earn $150,000 to $199,999.
4.0% of households in South Valley earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | South Valley | NM | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 7.6% | 6.6% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 6.6% | 5.1% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 9.2% | 8.5% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 10.2% | 8.4% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 10.4% | 11.2% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 16.6% | 16.9% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 12.8% | 12.4% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 16.0% | 15.5% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 6.6% | 7.6% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 4.0% | 7.8% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
