Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Lovington

Affordability in Lovington, NM

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median gross rent in Lovington is $1,014 per month and the median household income is $68,821 per year. About 27% of residents rent their homes, meaning the rental market here is relatively small and availability can be limited.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Lovington Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 106 per 100,000 residents in 2019. Keep in mind that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Getting Around Lovington

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Lovington rates 53 (Somewhat Walkable), meaning some errands can be done on foot. No Transit Score is available for this area. The Bike Score is 47, indicating some biking infrastructure is present.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 10 public schools serve Lovington across 1 district, including 5 elementary, 2 middle, and 3 high schools. Ratings and performance vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before making a decision.

Cost of Living in Lovington

The median household income in Lovington is $68,821 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median rent citywide is $1,014 per month, per the same source.

Affordable and income-based housing can significantly reduce housing costs for eligible renters. Lovington has 2 HUD-assisted properties with a combined 76 units, offering rent that is typically capped as a percentage of a household's income.

• Citywide median rent: $1,014/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median household income: $68,821/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter-occupied households: 27% of all households (Census ACS 5-Year)

Flood and Environmental Exposure

Both HUD-assisted properties in Lovington have been mapped for flood zone status, and neither falls in a high-risk flood zone, according to HUD-assisted property data.