Angel Fire, NM

New Mexico

Angel Fire is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 1,089. Residents earn $79,821 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,089 Population 38/sq mi density
$79,821 Median Income $44,940 per capita
$476,200 Home Value $490,651 Zillow
$1,120 Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
171 Violent Crime/100K 2,997 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$79,821 median income, 1.1% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$476,200 home value, $1,120/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
171 violent crimes/100K (55% below avg)
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,821
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $476,200
69% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 171/100K
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 44.5%
32% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,120
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.1%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.5%
56% lower than US avg

How Angel Fire Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,089
Median Age57.3 yrs
Density38/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 75%

Economy

A+
Median Income$79,821
Per Capita$44,940
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$1,521M
Commute21 min

Housing

B
Home Value$476,200
Rent$1,120
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$490,651

Crime

F
Violent171/100K
Property2,997/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault171/100K
Burglary1,027/100K

Health

Obesity30.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain20.9 in/yr
Elevation9,496 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.5%
High School+97.5%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 25% / D 72%
Commute21 min
EV Stations3
Libraries4

Is Angel Fire a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Angel Fire receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Angel Fire offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Angel Fire is $79,821, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Angel Fire is $476,200, making it a premium housing market at 69% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,120 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Angel Fire is below the national average at 171 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,997 per 100,000, 53% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Angel Fire has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.9 inches, including 124.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Angel Fire has a population of 1,089 with a density of 38 people per square mile. The median age is 57.3 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.8%), with 14.4% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.

Population

1,089
Total Population
38
People / sq mi
57.3yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
28.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Angel Fire vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only71.9%
8% below US avg
Spanish28.1%
110% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Angel Fire vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Angel Fire is $79,821, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Angel Fire vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,821
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,940
Avg Weekly Wage$873
IRS Avg AGI$56,455

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.5%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,449
County GDP$1,521M

Business (County)

Restaurants151
Healthcare105
Retail194
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,363
4% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Work from Home37.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Angel Fire is $476,200, 69% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,120 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $490,651.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$476,200
69% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$490,651

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,120
4% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$828
1 Bedroom$927
2 Bedrooms$1,129
3 Bedrooms$1,496
4 Bedrooms$1,758

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,363
4% below US avg
Effective Rate0.71%
In Angel Fire, 30.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Angel Fire vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.1%
6% below US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.4%
Checkup Rate66.2%
Premature Death12,930/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access79.2%
Healthcare Facilities105
Angel Fire has a violent crime rate of 171 per 100,000 residents, 55% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,997 per 100,000 (53% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Angel Fire vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent171.2/100K
55% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault171.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,996.6/100K
53% above US avg
Burglary1,027.4/100K
Theft1,883.6/100K
Vehicle Theft85.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Angel Fire has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.9 inches
45% below US avg
Snowfall124.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation9,496 ft (2,894 m)
Area28.4 sq mi (73.7 km²)
Population Density38/sq mi
Coordinates36.3780°N, 105.2588°W
County FIPS35055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 44.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 47.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 24.9%
D 72.4%

Winner: Democrat by 47.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.5%
32% above US avg
High School+97.5%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density38/sq mi
Total Area28.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities105
Restaurants151
Retail Stores194

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Work from Home37.6%

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