Artesia, a city located in the state of New Mexico (NM), is home to a population of approximately 12,632 people. Artesia boasts a median age of 33.9, with around 15.6% of its residents aged 60 or above. 6.3% of the population identifies as US Veterans. 14.1% of Artesia residents are disabled. The city has an average household income of $75,389, while the unemployment rate stands at 4.5%, and around 12.4% of the population is considered to be living below the poverty level. In terms of housing, the average home value in Artesia is $215,545, with a monthly rent averaging $850.