Carlsbad, NM is a small city located in Eddy County with a population of 35,488 according to the US Census Bureau. This city has many businesses that provide for their community such as Walmart and Albertsons, as well as several local restaurants like Los Dos Amigos and Pecos Valley restaurant. Carlsbad is also known for its year-round outdoor activities ranging from golfing at Riverwalk Golf Course to fishing at Lake Carlsbad. Other organizations such as the Carlsbad Museum & Art Center add to the culture of this town, making it a great place to live and visit. Lastly, the Carlsbad High School Cavemen are a popular team in the area, providing locals with numerous sporting events such as football and basketball games throughout the school year.
The population in Carlsbad (zip 88220) is 35,488. There are 17 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Carlsbad (zip 88220) is 36.4, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Carlsbad (zip 88220) is 2.6, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Carlsbad (zip 88220)
- 49.6% are married
- 14.8% are divorced
- 31.9% are married with children
- 18.6% have children, but are single
Race in Carlsbad (zip 88220)
- 51.0% are White
- 1.6% are Black
- 0.3% are Asian
- 0.8% are Native American
- 0.1% claim Other
- 45.1% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.0% Two or more races
- 0.1% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander