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Tatum, New Mexico, in Lea county, is 87 miles W of Lubbock, Texas (center to center) and 211 miles NE of El Paso, Texas. The town has a population of 683.
In Tatum, about 66% of adults are married. There's no shortage of married couples in Tatum.
In 2000, Tatum had a median family income of $33,393.
In the 2004 Presidential fund-raising sweepstakes, George W. Bush came out ahead among Tatum residents, with $3,600. Residents gave more to the Republican party than any of the others.
In Tatum, 79% of the houses and apartments are occupied by the owners, not rented out. And yes, you can rent a place in the town without breaking the bank. Residential property taxes remain low i Tatum.
In Tatum, 87% of commuters drive to work. Most residents would agree that driving around the town is a bit easier than around other towns of its size.
Comparing Tatum to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Mexico (State):
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