Portales vs Las Cruces
| Portales | Las Cruces | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 12,085 | 111,273 |
| Median Household Income | $50,555 | $55,422 |
| Median Home Value | $133,400 | $231,700 |
| Median Gross Rent | $903/mo | $974/mo |
| Homeownership Rate | 47.6% | 55.9% |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.1% | 6.9% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 25.4% | 36.7% |
| Median Age | 27.1 | 33.0 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, ACS 2020-2024.