Publications with Local Data
Many of our publications use local data – for the state as well as counties, tribal areas, legislative districts, and school districts. The data will be in a variety of formats – line graphs, pie charts, tables, maps, etc. At the end of each of the descriptions below, we’ve included information about what type of data are contained in that publication (although not which format). Please note that the same data may be found in multiple publications.
The Tax Revenue Benefits of Health Care Reform in New Mexico
Report The companion piece to our report The Economic Benefits of Health Care Reform in New Mexico, this report estimates the amount of tax revenue the state will collect as a result of the economic activity generated by the federal funding that will flow into New Mexico when the Affordable Care Act is fully implemented. Updated in Aug. 2012, to reflect new estimates for the Medicaid expansion by the state’s Human Services Department. (State-level data on estimated tax revenue from Medicaid expansion, as well as economic activity and new jobs created and state cost.)
How Raising and Indexing the Minimum Wage has Impacted State Economies
Report States with a minimum wage higher than the federal minimum are not experiencing any adverse economic effects. In fact, raising New Mexico’s minimum wage would give the economy a modest boost. Santa Fe, which has the highest minimum wage in the state, has the strongest economy in New Mexico. This report follows our Indexing the State Wage to Inflation report, which looks at how much value the wage has lost since it was last raised. (State-level data on inflation-adjusted minimum wage, as well as comparisons to other states on indicators such as employment growth, income levels, etc.)
Immigration Matters in New Mexico: How KIDS COUNT
Brief and Report This special KIDS COUNT brief and report look at the unique challenges immigrant children face as well as the strengths their families bring to this country. Includes stories by immigrants about their experiences. Two community briefs offer shorter, more ‘user-friendly’ versions - one in Spanish. (State-level data on nativity and immigration status of the population, as well as various indicators of child well-being.)
Analysis: Voter Photo ID Laws are Costly
Policy Brief Implementing a photo ID requirement for voters could cost New Mexico $3.5 million over three years. Because investigations by the New Mexico Secretary of State’s Office have found very little in the way of voter fraud, such legislation is more likely an attempt at voter suppression. (State-level data on the cost of implementing voter ID requirements.)
Indexing the State Minimum Wage to Inflation
Policy Brief New Mexico’s minimum wage, $7.50 an hour, has already lost value in the few years since it was raised. A full-time minimum wage employee has lost on average $1,000 a year due to inflation. (State-level data on inflation-adjusted minimum wage, characteristics of workers who would benefit from an increase.)
2011 KIDS COUNT in New Mexico
NM KIDS COUNT Data Book The continuing Great Recession has thrown more of New Mexico’s children and families into poverty. This annual report looks at the well-being of the state’s children on indicators such as poverty, education, health, and more. (State-, county- and school district-level data on various indicators of child well-being.)
Making Sure All KIDS COUNT: The Earlier the Better
Report New Mexico’s home visiting/parent coaching programs dramatically improve outcomes for the children and families they serve. Unfortunately, only a tiny percentage of families can take advantage of these important programs and the areas of the state with the greatest needs often have the fewest programs. (County-level data on child-raising vulnerability factors and population by race and ethnicity.)
Higher Education Expenditures and College Affordability in New Mexico
Report The recession and budget cuts to higher education have made college much less affordable in New Mexico. Moreover, tuition hikes have squeezed the state’s lottery scholarship fund, which is in jeopardy of being depleted. (State-level data on higher education revenue and cost.)
Funding Public Schools in New Mexico in the Great Recession
Report An updated and expanded version of previous reports on funding public schools, this report looks specifically at the effect the recession has had on New Mexico’s ability to fund its public schools. (State-level data on K-12 education enrollment, revenue, and expenditures.)
Race, Ethnicity, and Economic Outcomes in New Mexico
Report The second in our series on racial/ethnic disparities, this paper looks at how economic outcomes track in relation to race and ethnicity. (State-level data by race and ethnicity on economic well-being and educational factors, as well as population demographics and immigration.)