Living & Working in Lea County

Lea County boasts an average of well over 300 days of sunshine each year, making fantastic conditions for year-round activities. And, with a favorable tax structure featuring low property taxes and cost-saving credits, you’re sure to love the climate in Lea County.

New homes are under construction throughout the region. As of the first quarter of 2008, the MLS average price for new and existing homes in Hobbs was $155,787.

We strive to make Lea County a better place to live and work, and we do that, in part, in concert with our churches, schools and numerous clubs and organizations. The residents of Lea County place children first and take great pride in the quality of their education. Hobbs High School, for example, has been ranked numerous times among the nation’s top third of Newsweek’s 1,000 best public high schools in the nation.

When it comes to entertainment for the entire family, Lea County is a desert oasis. Whether the symphony, community theater, or museums showcasing our Western heritage, area families enjoy the cultural offerings of a larger Southwest metropolitan area in a small-town atmosphere. Our residents and guests savor unique dining experiences, ranging from down-home barbeque and New Mexico comida to gourmet international cuisine. Lea County is also home to a wide range of shopping, championship public and private golf courses with superior amenities, dozens of parks and walking trails, water parks and more.