Truth Or Consequences City Property Records in New Mexico

Truth or Consequences property records document who owns land and buildings, how parcels are described, and what taxes and liens are attached to them. In New Mexico these records are split between local offices, so deeds, mortgages and liens are kept separately from assessment data. Truth or Consequences is the county seat of Sierra County, where county offices keep both land and tax records.

Recorded deeds, mortgages and liens for Truth or Consequences are held by the Sierra County Clerk's Office, which maintains the official public land records. Valuations, parcel details and ownership for tax purposes come from the Sierra County Assessor's Office. Statewide guidance on property taxation is available from the New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department Property Tax Division. Disputes over title can be brought before the New Mexico District Court for the county.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$29,142
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$107,500
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$655
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
0.61%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$676 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
54%
Population
Population:
6,026

Truth Or Consequences Property and Community Statistics

What Are the Crime Rates

This section reports the number of crimes recorded in Truth Or Consequences, grouped into violent crimes and property crimes. Violent crimes include murder, robbery, and assault, while property crimes cover total property crimes, burglary, and motor vehicle theft. The figures show how many incidents of each type were reported in the city.

Truth Or Consequences recorded 1 murder, 1 robbery, and 44 assaults. For property crime, the city had 148 total property crimes, including 36 burglaries and 23 motor vehicle thefts.

Readers can use these counts to see the reported crime profile of Truth Or Consequences and compare the relative size of each category. The numbers reflect only reported incidents and do not on their own explain the causes of crime or how safe the city feels to residents.

Robberies
Robberies:
1
Burglary
Burglary:
36
Murder
Murder:
1
Auto Theft
Auto Theft:
23
Theft
Theft:
89
Assault
Assault:
44
Sex Offenders
Sex Offenders:
3

What Is the Population Profile of Truth Or Consequences

Truth Or Consequences's racial and ethnic composition is led by White residents, who make up 58% of the population (3,481 people). Hispanic residents are the second-largest group at 35% (2,139 people), followed by American Indian residents at 5% (280 people). Two or more races account for 1% (78 people), Asian residents for 0.46% (28 people), and Black residents for 0.33% (20 people). Other race and Pacific Islander residents are recorded at 0%.

White
58%
3,481
Hispanic
35%
2,139
American Indian
5%
280
Two + Races
1%
78
Asian
0.46%
28
Black
0.33%
20
Other Race
0%
0
Pacific Islander
0%
0

Truth Or Consequences, Ratings Compared Across New Mexico B-

The ratings for Truth Or Consequences cover a range of quality-of-life categories, from amenities and weather to costs and jobs. Weather receives the highest grade at A, followed by Access to Coffee Shops at A and Access to Parks at A-. Other notable ratings include Commute and Access to Outdoor Activities at B+, Nightlife and Good for Retirees at B, and Cost of Living and Walkability at B-, while Housing and Jobs receive a C. Together, these ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories in Truth Or Consequences.

Public Schools
Public Schools
C+
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
B-
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
B-
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
B+
Nightlife
Nightlife
B
Weather
Weather
A
Commute
Commute
B+
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
B
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
A
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
B+
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
A-
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
A-
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
A-
Good for Families
Good for Families
C+
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
B
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
B-
Housing
Housing
C
Jobs
Jobs
C
Walkability
Walkability
B-

How Educated Is Truth Or Consequences

Truth Or Consequences's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including High School (36%), Some College (14%), and Associate Degree (12%). The data also includes other available education levels.

High School
36%
Some College
14%
Associate Degree
12%
Below High School
12%
Bachelor Degree
12%
Masters Degree
6%
Doctorate
0.45%

When Were Homes Built

Truth Or Consequences's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1960 - 1979 (37%), followed by 1980 - 1999 (29%) and 1940 - 1959 (20%). The data also includes other available construction periods.

1960 - 1979
37%
1980 - 1999
29%
1940 - 1959
20%
2000 - Present
10%
Before 1939
4%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

Truth Or Consequences's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 2 Bedrooms (38%), followed by 3 Bedrooms (35%) and 1 Bedroom (19%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.

2 Bedrooms
38%
3 Bedrooms
35%
1 Bedroom
19%
No Bedrooms
4%
4 Bedrooms
4%
5 or More Bedrooms
0.14%

What Is the Average Age

Truth Or Consequences's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (22%), 35 - 44 (18%), and Under 10 (15%). The data also includes other available age groups.

65 Plus
22%
35 - 44
18%
Under 10
15%
45 - 54
12%
10 - 17
11%
55 - 64
10%
25 - 34
8%
18 - 24
4%

Property Market Trends at Truth Or Consequences

Truth Or Consequences's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $107,500. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $676 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Truth Or Consequences's dynamic real estate landscape.

Truth Or Consequences Assessor Office

Sierra County Assessor

Street:
1712 N Date Street
City:
Truth Or Consequences
County:
Sierra
State:
NM
Zip Code:
87901
Phone:
575-894-2589 ext 236
Fax:
-
Hours:
Monday - Friday (8AM - 5PM)

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