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Tucumcari, New Mexico

Introduction to Tucumcari, New Mexico

Tucumcari, New Mexico, in Quay county, is 107 miles W of Amarillo, Texas and 165 miles E of Albuquerque, New Mexico. As of the year 2000 census, 5,989 people lived in Tucumcari.

Tucumcari History

Tucumcari is the county seat of Quay County, which was founded on January 28, 1903. The Chicago Rock Island and Pacific Railroad established a construction camp in this area in 1901. The camp was the site of numerous gunfights and was known as Six Shooter Siding. The name was changed to Tucumcari in 1908. The city was named after the Tucumcari Mountain.

Tucumcari and nearby Attractions

  • Baca - Goodman House Historic Site
  • Conchas Lake State Park
  • Tucumcari Historical Museum
  • Ute Lake State Park
  • Mesalands Dinosaur Museum

Things To Do In Tucumcari

The Tucumcari Historical Museum provides insight into the region’s history. The Mesalands Dinosaur Museum is also a popular local spot. One can even enjoy rafting on the Black Canyon River while in the city. Local festivals include the Art Festival, the Quay County Fair, the Quay County 4H Rodeo and Horse Show and the Quay County Heritage Dayze. The Conchas Lake State Park and Ute Lake State Park accessible from Tucumcari as well.

Tucumcari Transportation

Amarillo International Airport provides facilities for air transportation.

Tucumcari Higher Education

Mesa Technical College is the local institution of higher education. Others in the neighborhood include Eastern New Mexico University, West Texas A & M University and New Mexico Highlands University.

High Points

Tucumcari strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New Mexico):

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)		Top 1%trophyTucumcari Short Commute Times
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)		Top 1%trophyTucumcari Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)		Top 3%trophyTucumcari Affordability of Property Taxes
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)		Top 19%Tucumcari Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Tucumcari, NM

Comparing Tucumcari to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Mexico (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Racial Diversity98
Age of the Population87
Senior Citizens89
Female Share of the Population79
Male Share of the Population42
Children Under 5 Years Old44
Well-Paid Single Men13

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size33
Portion of People Married33

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults35
People Above Poverty13
People in Middle Class or Better13
Median Family Income12

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times1010
Walking and Biking to Work77
Working at Home43
Public Transportation Use37

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents1010
Affordability of Property Taxes107
People Living Alone79
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals57
Seasonal and Vacation Housing41
Housing Recently Built42

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime45
Low Violent Crime12

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