Angustura, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

Angustura is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 2,024. Residents earn $52,948 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,024 Population 424/sq mi density
$52,948 Median Income $19,278 per capita
$191,300 Home Value
$979 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$52,948 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$191,300 home value, $979/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,948
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $191,300
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.3%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $979
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.2%
47% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,024
Median Age31.4 yrs
Density424/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 69%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,948
Per Capita$19,278
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty18.2%
County GDP$7,043M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$191,300
Rent$979
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain8.1 in/yr
Elevation5,469 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.3%
High School+79.3%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute15 min
Libraries3

Is Angustura a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Angustura receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Angustura offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Angustura is $52,948, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. The poverty rate of 18.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Angustura is $191,300, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $979 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Angustura experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.1 inches, including 6.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Angustura has a population of 2,024 with a density of 424 people per square mile. The median age is 31.4 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.6%).

Population

2,024
Total Population
424
People / sq mi
31.4yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.3%
Female 39.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Angustura vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only55.5%
29% below US avg
Spanish44.5%
232% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Angustura vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Angustura is $52,948, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Angustura vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,948
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,278
Avg Weekly Wage$1,077
IRS Avg AGI$56,852

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.2%
47% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,087
County GDP$7,043M

Business (County)

Restaurants230
Healthcare294
Retail417
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,974
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.7 min
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Angustura is $191,300, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $979 (16% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$191,300
32% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$979
16% 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-Occupied67.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,974
15% below US avg
Effective Rate1.55%
In Angustura, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Angustura vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma10.0%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.5%
Physical Inactivity29.8%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress17.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.7%
Checkup Rate66.3%
Premature Death18,277/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access50.9%
Healthcare Facilities294

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Angustura has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.1 inches
79% below US avg
Snowfall6.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,469 ft (1,667 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.4 km²)
Population Density424/sq mi
Coordinates36.7128°N, 107.9172°W
County FIPS35045
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%
D 33%

Winner: Republican by 31.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.3%
72% below US avg
High School+79.3%
School Test Score4.65
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density424/sq mi
Total Area4.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities294
Restaurants230
Retail Stores417

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.7 min
Work from Home2.5%

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