Arenas Valley, NM

New Mexico

Arenas Valley is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 915. Residents earn $74,107 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
915 Population 225/sq mi density
$74,107 Median Income $28,339 per capita
$166,100 Home Value $165,556 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$74,107 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$166,100 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,107
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $166,100
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.7%
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.5%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.9%
20% higher than US avg

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

People

Population915
Median Age56.9 yrs
Density225/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 66%

Economy

A
Median Income$74,107
Per Capita$28,339
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.9%
County GDP$1,407M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$166,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$165,556

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain16.2 in/yr
Elevation6,041 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.7%
High School+79.8%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 51%
Commute21 min
Libraries3

Is Arenas Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arenas Valley receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Arenas Valley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arenas Valley is $74,107, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arenas Valley is $166,100, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Arenas Valley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Arenas Valley has a population of 915 with a density of 225 people per square mile. The median age is 56.9 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.9%), with 15.3% Hispanic.

Population

915
Total Population
225
People / sq mi
56.9yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.7%
Female 61.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Arenas Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.8%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.2%
43% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Arenas Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arenas Valley is $74,107, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Arenas Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,107
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,339
Avg Weekly Wage$1,046
IRS Avg AGI$52,245

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.9%
20% above US avg
Establishments (County)743
County GDP$1,407M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare74
Retail82
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,259
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Work from Home15.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Arenas Valley is $166,100, 41% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,556.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$166,100
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$165,556

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-Occupied81.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,259
35% below US avg
Effective Rate1.36%
In Arenas Valley, 32.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Arenas Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.5%
1% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.8%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Checkup Rate65.3%
Premature Death12,951/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access68.9%
Healthcare Facilities74

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Arenas Valley has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average59.6°F
10% above US avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.2 inches
57% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,041 ft (1,841 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.5 km²)
Population Density225/sq mi
Coordinates32.7756°N, 108.2031°W
County FIPS35017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 27.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.3%
D 51.3%

Winner: Democrat by 5.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.7%
18% below US avg
High School+79.8%
School Test Score4.65
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density225/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants74
Retail Stores82

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Work from Home15.1%

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