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
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
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 58.7% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Spanish | 41.3% |
| 208% above US avg |
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
| 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
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 156 |
| County GDP | $255M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 15 |
| Healthcare | 11 |
| Retail | 23 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 17.9 min |
| Work from Home | 3.7% |
The median home value in Animas is $137,500, 51% below the national average.
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
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
| Obesity | 31.0% |
| 3% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.2% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.9% |
| Depression | 25.5% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 72.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 66.2% |
| Premature Death | 10,844/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
Crime Rates: Animas vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 62.2°F |
| 15% above US avg |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 10.4 inches |
| 73% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 3.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,410 ft (1,344 m) |
| Area | 15.7 sq mi (40.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.9449°N, 108.8065°W |
| County FIPS | 35023 |