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Cost of living in White Rock summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in White Rock. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around New Mexico. Key points include:
The cost of living in White Rock is 120 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in White Rock is 1.2x higher than the national average.
The median home value in White Rock is $639,245.
The median income in White Rock is $156,639.
White Rock's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In White Rock Comparison Table
| Living Expense | White Rock | New Mexico | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 120 | 93 | 100 |
| Services | 97 | 98 | 100 |
| Groceries | 96 | 96 | 100 |
| Health | 173 | 86 | 100 |
| Housing | 96 | 99 | 100 |
| Transportation | 100 | 95 | 100 |
| Utilities | 101 | 94 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
White Rock, NM Weather
The average high in White Rock is 63.2° and the average low is 36.2°.
There are 48.8 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 19.0 inches of precipitation each year with 42.5 inches of snow.
| Stat | White Rock |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 63.2 |
| Average Annual Low | 36.2 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 48.8 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 19.0 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 42.5 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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White Rock Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in White Rock
The current population in White Rock is 5,716. The population has decreased 3.2% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5,716 | 2.7% |
| 2023 | 5,568 | -0.4% |
| 2022 | 5,592 | -2.2% |
| 2021 | 5,716 | -2.2% |
| 2020 | 5,845 | 1.6% |
| 2019 | 5,751 | -1.0% |
| 2018 | 5,809 | -1.2% |
| 2017 | 5,878 | -3.4% |
| 2016 | 6,083 | 2.6% |
| 2015 | 5,927 | -0.8% |
| 2014 | 5,977 | 4.7% |
| 2013 | 5,708 | 0.3% |
| 2012 | 5,690 | -0.0% |
| 2011 | 5,692 | -3.7% |
| 2010 | 5,908 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in White Rock
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White Rock is:
72.4% White with 4,136 White residents.
0.3% African American with 18 African American residents.
1.1% American Indian with 62 American Indian residents.
2.2% Asian with 124 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.0% Other with 0 Other residents.
7.1% Two Or More with 408 Two Or More residents.
16.9% Hispanic with 968 Hispanic residents.
| Race | White Rock | NM | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 72.4% | 36.0% | 57.4% |
| African American | 0.3% | 1.8% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 1.1% | 8.5% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 2.2% | 1.6% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 7.1% | 3.1% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 16.9% | 48.4% | 19.3% |
Gender in White Rock
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White Rock is 50.9% female with 2,909 female residents.
White Rock is 49.1% male with 2,806 male residents.
| Gender | White Rock | NM | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 50.3% | 50.5% |
| Male | 49.1% | 49.7% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in White Rock for adults over 25
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1.0% of adults in White Rock completed < 9th grade.
0.0% of adults in White Rock completed 9-12th grade.
9.0% of adults in White Rock completed high school / ged.
13.0% of adults in White Rock completed some college.
7.0% of adults in White Rock completed associate's degree.
31.0% of adults in White Rock completed bachelor's degree.
23.0% of adults in White Rock completed master's degree.
3.0% of adults in White Rock completed professional degree.
13.0% of adults in White Rock completed doctorate degree.
| Education | White Rock | NM | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 1.0% | 5.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 0.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 9.0% | 26.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 13.0% | 22.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 7.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 31.0% | 17.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 23.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 3.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 13.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For White Rock, New Mexico
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1.2% of households in White Rock earn Less than $10,000.
0.0% of households in White Rock earn $10,000 to $14,999.
2.0% of households in White Rock earn $15,000 to $24,999.
1.2% of households in White Rock earn $25,000 to $34,999.
3.7% of households in White Rock earn $35,000 to $49,999.
3.1% of households in White Rock earn $50,000 to $74,999.
6.2% of households in White Rock earn $75,000 to $99,999.
27.0% of households in White Rock earn $100,000 to $149,999.
17.2% of households in White Rock earn $150,000 to $199,999.
38.5% of households in White Rock earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | White Rock | NM | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 1.2% | 6.6% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0.0% | 5.1% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 2.0% | 8.5% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1.2% | 8.4% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 3.7% | 11.2% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3.1% | 16.9% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 6.2% | 12.4% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 27.0% | 15.5% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 17.2% | 7.6% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 38.5% | 7.8% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
