Animas, NM

New Mexico

Animas is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 191. Residents earn $100,500 per year, which is 34% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
191 Population 12/sq mi density
$100,500 Median Income $31,729 per capita
$137,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$100,500 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$137,500 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $100,500
34% higher than US avg
Home Value $137,500
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.1%
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.0%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population191
Median Age37.1 yrs
Density12/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 60%
Veterans75.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$100,500
Per Capita$31,729
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$255M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$137,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain10.4 in/yr
Elevation4,410 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute18 min
Broadband31.0%
Libraries1

Is Animas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Animas receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Animas stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Animas is $100,500, which is significantly higher than the national average — 34% above $75,149. This places Animas among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Animas is $137,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Animas enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Animas has a population of 191 with a density of 12 people per square mile. The median age is 37.1 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.2%), with 20.4% Hispanic.

Population

191
Total Population
12
People / sq mi
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
15.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.4%
Female 58.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Animas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only58.7%
25% below US avg
Spanish41.3%
208% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Animas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Animas is $100,500, which is 34% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Animas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,500
34% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,729
Avg Weekly Wage$1,049
IRS Avg AGI$44,204

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)156
County GDP$255M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare11
Retail23

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.9 min
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Animas is $137,500, 51% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,500
51% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.0%

Property Tax

In Animas, 31.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.0%
3% below US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.5%
Checkup Rate66.2%
Premature Death10,844/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access66.3%
Healthcare Facilities11

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Animas has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.2°F
15% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.4 inches
73% below US avg
Snowfall3.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,410 ft (1,344 m)
Area15.7 sq mi (40.6 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates31.9449°N, 108.8065°W
County FIPS35023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.4-point margin. 31.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.2%
D 37.9%

Winner: Republican by 23.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.1%
17% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density12/sq mi
Total Area15.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access31.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants15
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.9 min
Work from Home3.7%

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