Hobbs, New Mexico
Hobbs: city in Lea County, New Mexico, United States
About
Hobbs is a city located in the county of Lea in the U.S. state of New Mexico. Its population at the 2010 census was 34,122 and a population density of 1,805 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 39,339 inhabitants.
The city was created 421 years ago in 1604.
Quick Facts about Hobbs
| Population | 39,339 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New Mexico (United States) |
| County | Lea County |
| Postal code | 88240–88242 |
| Phone Area Codes | 575 |
| Area | 18.9 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 32.7026,-103.1360 |
| Altitude | 3,622 feet / 1104 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1605 (421 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone |
| Local time | 21:26:28 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 2,081 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 13.26% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 55℉ Partly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Hobbs is located at 32°42'9"N 103°8'10"W (32.7026100, -103.1360400).
Hobbs map
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Weather
Partly cloudy, with a low around 55. South wind 10 to 15 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Hobbs increased by 13.26% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 34,122 | - | census |
| 2011 | 34,390 | 0.78% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 35,006 | 1.76% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 36,237 | 3.4% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 37,122 | 2.38% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 38,453 | 3.46% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 38,265 | -0.49% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 37,851 | -1.09% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 38,169 | 0.83% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 39,141 | 2.48% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 39,339 | 0.5% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Hobbs
1City of Hobbs
200 E Broadway St, Hobbs, NM 88240 View details
Phone: +15753979200 | Website available
2Hobbs Parks & Recreation Division
200 E Broadway St, Hobbs, NM 88240 View details
Phone: +15753979291 | Website available
People born in Hobbs (15)
People born in Hobbs, including football quarterback Colt McCoy, musician Ryan Bingham, basketball player Ronald Ross, .
More notable people
- Bill Bridges (American basketball player) he was born in 04/04/1939
- Damion James (American basketball player) he was born in 07/10/1987
- Timmy Smith (former professional American football player) he was born in 24/01/1964
- Diane Denish (American politician) she was born in 07/03/1949
- Mike Chenault (American politician) he was born in 25/02/1957
- Mike May (American politician) he was born in 22/06/1945
- Rob Evans (American college basketball coach) he was born in 07/09/1946
- Scott Terry (American baseball player) he was born in 21/11/1959
- Tony Benford (American basketball player-coach) he was born in 22/03/1964
- Randy Fuller (American musician) he was born in 29/01/1944
- Ray Birmingham (American baseball coach) he was born in 14/11/1955
- Gary L. Clingman (American judge) he was born in 21/09/1951
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Hobbs, NM. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 187903 | New Mexico Junior College | Hobbs (NM) | 88240 |
Closest post offices linked to Hobbs.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Hobb Post Office | Hobbs (NM) | 88240 |
Other cities in Lea County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Lea County , NM.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Lovington | 11,474 | City in Lea County, New Mexico, United States |
| Eunice | 3,049 | City in Lea County, New Mexico, United States |
| Jal | 2,118 | Human settlement in Lea County, New Mexico, United States of America |
| Tatum | 829 | Human settlement in Lea County, New Mexico, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Hobbs distances to largest New Mexico cities