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Belen, NM

New Mexico · Valencia County · Albuquerque Metro

Belen is a small city in New Mexico with a population of 7,427. Residents earn $40,354 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
7,427 Population 390/sq mi density
$40,354 Median Income $22,219 per capita
$154,600 Home Value $256,872 Zillow
$877 Median Rent 32.7% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
2,030 Violent Crime/100K 5,244 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$40,354 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$154,600 home value, $877/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
2,030 violent crimes/100K (434% above avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $40,354
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $154,600
45% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 2,030/100K
434% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $877
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.9%
85% higher than US avg

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

People

Population7,427
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density390/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 52%
Veterans8.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$40,354
Per Capita$22,219
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty22.9%
County GDP$2,430M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$154,600
Rent$877
Ownership74.5%
Zillow$256,872
Housing Units3,179
Rent Burden32.7%

Crime

F
Violent2,030/100K
Property5,244/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault1,903/100K
Burglary902/100K

Health

Obesity38.1%
Uninsured23.2%
Smoking16.2%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI37 (Good)
Rain9.2 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation5,068 ft (1,545 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+80.5%
Graduate+11.1%
School Score4.71

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute27 min
Broadband79.7%
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Belen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Belen receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Belen has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Belen is $40,354, 46% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 22.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Belen is $154,600, 45% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $877 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 2,030 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,244 per 100,000, 168% above the national average.

Education

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Belen enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.2 inches, including 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Belen has a population of 7,427 with a density of 390 people per square mile, spread across 8.3 square miles. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.8% female and 47.2% male. The city is predominantly White (52.2%), with 4.3% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 58.4% of residents, while 41.6% speak Spanish. 8.7% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 30.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 90.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,427
Total Population
390
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
8.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Belen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 58.4%
26% below US avg
Spanish 41.6%
210% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Belen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Belen is $40,354, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,219 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $955, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,532 business establishments, including 85 restaurants. The cost of living index is 92.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 8.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Belen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,354
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,219
Avg Weekly Wage$955
IRS Avg AGI$55,941
Gini Index0.453 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.9%
85% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,532
County GDP$2,430M

Business (County)

Restaurants85
Healthcare113
Retail155
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,068
12% below US avg
Cost of Living92.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Drive Alone71.7%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home8.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Belen is $154,600, 45% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $256,872, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $877 (25% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $927 for a one-bedroom to $1,129 for a two-bedroom apartment. 74.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,179 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1977. The average annual property tax is $3,068. 32.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$154,600
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$256,872

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$877
25% below US avg
Rent Burden32.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.5%
Owner-Occupied74.5%
Renter-Occupied25.5%
Housing Units3,179
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,068
12% below US avg
Effective Rate1.98%
In Belen, 38.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 14.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.9% of residents, above the national average. 33.1% have high blood pressure. 16.2% are current smokers. 13.7% report binge drinking. 32.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 23.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.5% experience frequent mental distress. 23.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,356. The dentist ratio is 1:3,003. 47.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 5.3 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes14.4%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma10.0%
COPD7.0%
Cancer5.4%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.7%
Physical Inactivity32.8%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress17.7%
Short Sleep35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.1%
Uninsured23.2%
170% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,356
Dentists1:3,003
Mental Health1:437
Checkup Rate66.1%
Dental Visits53.8%
Premature Death11,779/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.3/10
Exercise Access47.7%
Healthcare Facilities113
Belen has a violent crime rate of 2,030 per 100,000 residents, 434% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 1,903.0 per 100,000, robbery at 112.8, rape at 14.1. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 5,244 per 100,000, 168% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 3,693, burglary at 902, vehicle theft at 648 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 12 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 273 federally declared disasters. Overall, Belen receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent2,029.9/100K
434% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape14.1/100K
Robbery112.8/100K
Assault1,903.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property5,243.9/100K
168% above US avg
Burglary902.2/100K
Theft3,693.3/100K
Vehicle Theft648.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
Traffic Accidents8
Avg Accident Severity2.9 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Belen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 9.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37. The city sits at an elevation of 5,068 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,068 ft (1,545 m)
Area8.3 sq mi (21.5 km²)
Population Density390/sq mi
Coordinates34.7666°N, 106.8085°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
CountyValencia County County
Nearest AirportAlbuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)
22 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 9.2"
76% below US avg
Snowfall 5.1"
Wettest Month (Aug) 1.85"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.39"

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0457 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score82.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability64.2 / 100
Community Resilience3.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Moderate
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Very Low
Volcano Very Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

84 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M2.6 on May 8, 2025.

Jan 29, 1990 6 km W of Abeytas, New Mexico M4.5 34 km
Nov 8, 1990 4 km WSW of Abeytas, New Mexico M4.4 36 km
Jan 31, 1990 5 km WSW of Abeytas, New Mexico M4.0 36 km
Feb 27, 1990 25 km E of San Antonio, New Mexico M3.9 93 km
May 18, 2023 8 km ENE of San Mateo, New Mexico M3.8 96 km
Jul 22, 1990 5 km SE of McIntosh, New Mexico M3.7 74 km
Jan 4, 1998 5 km NE of Mountainair, New Mexico M3.6 61 km
May 5, 1990 6 km WSW of Abeytas, New Mexico M3.6 36 km
Nov 15, 1990 4 km WSW of Abeytas, New Mexico M3.6 35 km
Feb 21, 1990 31 km ENE of San Antonio, New Mexico M3.6 87 km
Dec 31, 1997 8 km ENE of Mountainair, New Mexico M3.5 65 km
Oct 17, 2011 3 km SE of Cuyamungue, New Mexico M3.5 143 km
Jun 20, 1991 47 km SE of San Antonito, New Mexico M3.5 131 km
May 24, 2004 8 km W of Abeytas, New Mexico M3.5 35 km
May 1, 2025 14 km NW of Alamillo, New Mexico M3.5 50 km
Dec 31, 1997 8 km E of Mountainair, New Mexico M3.5 65 km
Sep 10, 2024 7 km WNW of Paradise Hills, New Mexico M3.5 51 km
Sep 29, 2012 4 km WNW of Belen, New Mexico M3.5 10 km
Oct 20, 2016 3 km NNW of Seboyeta, New Mexico M3.5 75 km
Sep 23, 2009 29 km W of Alamo, New Mexico M3.4 99 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

57 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF2. Total: 1 fatality, 9 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 27, 1975 EF2 11 km 0
Oct 10, 1974 EF2 46 km 1
May 13, 2012 EF1 86 km 0
Jun 8, 1989 EF1 90 km 0
Sep 13, 1988 EF1 61 km 0
Jul 5, 1966 EF1 10 km 0
May 31, 1965 EF1 51 km 0
Aug 20, 1956 EF1 71 km 0
Aug 2, 1950 EF1 82 km 0
Jul 23, 2021 EF0 63 km 0
Jul 13, 2021 EF0 92 km 0
May 31, 2021 EF0 55 km 0
May 17, 2021 EF0 57 km 0
May 17, 2021 EF0 95 km 0
May 17, 2021 EF0 10 km 0
Aug 15, 2020 EF0 49 km 0
Jul 15, 2020 EF0 30 km 0
Jun 3, 2018 EF0 80 km 0
Jun 3, 2018 EF0 77 km 0
Sep 30, 2017 EF0 41 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zuni-Bandera (109 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zuni-Bandera Volcanic field 2,550 m (8,366 ft) -1170 109 km
Carrizozo Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,731 m (5,679 ft) -3250 136 km
Red Hill Volcanic field 2,300 m (7,546 ft) -9450 194 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: DOG HEAD (19,816 ac, 2016).

Year Name Acres Distance
2016 DOG HEAD 19,816 47 km
2009 EAST MAGDALENA RX 15,626 93 km
2008 TRIGO 13,855 40 km
2009 BLACK BUTTE 8,124 45 km
2019 TRIPLE NICKLE 7,819 92 km
2007 OJO PEAK 6,118 41 km
2008 UNNAMED 5,083 41 km
2008 BIG SPRING 5,050 41 km
2017 NMSER FY17 RX #1 4,817 46 km
2008 LADRONE RX 4,406 44 km
2002 MIDDLE TANK 4,279 46 km
2019 NMSER-FY18-RX-NORTH DIAMOND 4,261 46 km
1999 LA JARA 3,249 96 km
2008 HWY 380 2,913 96 km
1989 UNNAMED 2,632 70 km
2003 SANFRANCISCO 2,292 39 km
2007 DOUBLE EAGLE 2,281 47 km
2011 SEVILLETA 2,094 36 km
2001 DEEP WELL 1,608 49 km
2017 ENCINO 1,501 66 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 47°F (8°C) 0.5 in
April 54°F (12°C) 0.4 in
May 62°F (17°C) 0.6 in
June 71°F (22°C) 0.5 in
July 78°F (25°C) 1.4 in Warmest
August 74°F (23°C) 1.9 in Wettest
September 67°F (20°C) 1.3 in
October 56°F (13°C) 1.1 in
November 44°F (7°C) 0.6 in
December 35°F (2°C) 0.5 in

Belen has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 35°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (1.9") and February the driest (0.4").

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Belen is located in Valencia County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 14.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 58% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.5% have completed high school. 11.1% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 57.3% of the vote, a 16.4-point margin. 79.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 113 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 71.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.3%
D 40.9%

Winner: Republican by 16.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
Traffic Accidents8
Avg Accident Severity2.9 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations273
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+80.5%
Graduate Degree+11.1%
School Test Score4.71
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density390/sq mi
Total Area8.3 sq mi
CountyValencia County County

Services

Broadband Access79.7%
Avg Download Speed96.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed17.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities113
Restaurants85
Retail Stores155

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Drive Alone71.7%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home8.5%
Average costs for common services in Belen. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $231 ($138–$369)
Specialist Visit $323 ($184–$507)
Urgent Care Visit $184 ($92–$323)
Emergency Room Visit $2,028 ($738–$4,610)
Dental Cleaning $120 ($69–$184)
Dental Filling $231 ($138–$369)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $41 ($23–$69)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $69 ($46–$111)
Brake Pad Replacement $277 ($138–$461)
Tire Rotation $37 ($18–$69)
New Tires (Set of 4) $553 ($369–$922)
Battery Replacement $184 ($92–$323)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $92 ($55–$138)
Electrician (Per Hour) $83 ($46–$129)
HVAC Repair $369 ($138–$738)
HVAC System Install $6,454 ($3,688–$11,064)
Roof Repair $922 ($369–$1,844)
Roof Replacement $8,298 ($5,071–$13,830)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,383 ($461–$3,227)
Divorce (Contested) $13,830 ($4,610–$27,660)
DUI Defense $4,610 ($1,844–$9,220)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,383 ($738–$2,766)
Will Preparation $461 ($184–$922)
Trust Preparation $2,305 ($922–$4,610)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14–$41)
Women's Haircut $51 ($28–$92)
Hair Coloring (Full) $138 ($69–$231)
Manicure $23 ($14–$41)
Pedicure $37 ($23–$60)
Massage (1 Hour) $74 ($46–$120)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.78 ($2.77–$5.07)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.23 ($2.31–$4.61)
Loaf of Bread $3.50 ($2.31–$5.07)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.15 ($2.77–$5.99)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.07 ($3.69–$6.92)
Rice (per lb) $0.92 ($0.55–$1.66)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $129 ($74–$231)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $65 ($28–$138)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $65 ($37–$111)
Internet (Monthly) $65 ($37–$92)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $60 ($28–$92)
Cable TV (Monthly) $78 ($46–$138)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $184 ($69–$461)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,844 ($1,106–$3,227)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $65 ($28–$120)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.38–$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $92 ($28–$231)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$69)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,106 ($553–$2,305)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $922 ($461–$1,844)
After-School Care (Monthly) $369 ($184–$645)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $46 ($23–$92)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $922 ($369–$2,305)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,525 ($4,610–$27,660)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $55 ($28–$92)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $92 ($46–$184)
Dog Grooming $55 ($28–$92)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $37 ($18–$69)
Dog Spay/Neuter $277 ($138–$461)
Cat Spay/Neuter $184 ($92–$369)
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Top Industries in Valencia County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 3,060 324 $33,125 1.22
Retail Trade 2,707 156 $36,750 1.55
Construction 2,020 200 $74,505 2.21
Accommodation & Food Services 1,587 100 $22,255 1.00
Transportation & Warehousing 1,228 46 $53,424 1.66
Manufacturing 767 40 $61,347 0.54
Professional & Technical Services 389 122 $68,215 0.32
Administrative & Waste Services 380 72 $48,161 0.37
Other Services 259 72 $40,171 0.49
Finance & Insurance 214 65 $50,932 0.30
Information & Technology 191 20 $210,581 0.58
Educational Services 184 16 $46,955 0.51
Wholesale Trade 151 29 $60,362 0.22
Agriculture & Forestry 134 19 $43,958 0.95
Real Estate 121 48 $31,699 0.45
Management of Companies 64 8 $71,319 0.22
Utilities 59 7 $64,108 0.89
Arts & Entertainment 57 10 $15,353 0.19
Mining & Oil/Gas 23 5 $78,508 0.35

Schools in Belen

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
BELEN HIGH High 1,027 49 21.0:1
BELEN MIDDLE Middle 528 32 16.5:1
LA MERCED ELEMENTARY Elementary 437 30 14.6:1
RIO GRANDE ELEMENTARY Elementary 357 25 14.3:1
GIL SANCHEZ ELEMENTARY Elementary 297 22 13.5:1
DENNIS CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Elementary 296 22 13.5:1
CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Middle 223 15 14.9:1
LA PROMESA ELEMENTARY Elementary 203 20 10.2:1
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Radio Stations near Belen

17 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
770 KKOB news, talk AAC+ 48 kbps
Big I 107.9 country AAC
103.3 eD-FM adult hits AAC+ 48 kbps
KIVA 1600AM conservative talk MP3 64 kbps
89.9 KUNM — MP3 128 kbps
94 Rock rock AAC
The Oasis 103.7 FM New Mexico smooth jazz MP3 128 kbps
Rebel Spinner AM energetic upbeat music reppin' a wide range of musical styles and ethnic origins MP3 128 kbps
Nash FM 92.3 KRST country AAC+ 48 kbps
La Jefa — MP3 128 kbps
Hot 95.1 — AAC
KKIM 1000AM religious AAC+ 32 kbps
KANW-2 new mexico, news MP3 96 kbps
AM 1350 KABQ news, talk AAC
KXKS 1190 AM religious AAC+ 32 kbps
La Jefa 99.3 fútbol, música AAC+ 64 kbps
95.9 FM & AM 610 The Sports Animal sports AAC+ 48 kbps

Campgrounds Near Belen

13 campgrounds found near Belen.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Capilla Peak 5.0/5 9 $10
CAPULIN SPRING PICNIC SITE 5.0/5 1 $90
BALSAM GLADE PICNIC SITE 4.7/5 1 $65
Cedro Peak Camping Sites - Robin and Jay 4.1/5 2 $125–$175
CIENEGA PICNIC SITE 4.0/5 1 $65
Fourth of July Campground 4.0/5 18 $10
Oak Yucca and Locust Group Picnic Sites 4.0/5 3 $75–$275
PINE FLAT PICNIC SITES - A and B 4.0/5 2 $65
DOC LONG PICNIC SITES - A and B 3.5/5 2 $75
LAS HUERTAS PICNIC SITE 2.0/5 1 $65
Red Canyon (NM) 2.0/5 40 $10–$15
Capilla Peak Picnic Site — 1 $45
NINE MILE PICNIC SITE — 1 Free

National Parks Near Belen

5 national parks and monuments found near Belen.

ParkTypeFee
El Camino Real de Tierra Adentro National Historic Trail National Historic Trail Free
Hyde Memorial State Park State Park Free
Manzano Mountains State Park State Park Free
Petroglyph National Monument National Monument Free
Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument National Monument Free

Trails Near Belen

197+ trails found near Belen.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
MANZANO CREST 22.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CREST 14.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
SALAS 7.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LA LUZ 7.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CHALLENGE 6.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
EMBUDITO 5.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
FOOTHILLS 5.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
COYOTE 4.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
FAULTY 4.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
PIEDRA LISA 4.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
OSHA SPRING 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
POKER CHIP 4.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
FAULTY 4.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
COMANCHE CANYON 4.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
DELBERTS 4.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PINO 4.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ROAD NOISE 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
ALBUQUERQUE 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
THREE GUN SPRING 3.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PINE SHADOW 3.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BEAR SCAT 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
OJITO 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
TURKEY TROT 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
OSHA 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
106 ROAD 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MAHOGANY 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
COMANCHE CANYON 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
OSHA LOOP 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
EMBUDO 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
OSO CORREDOR 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
POWERLINE 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
CHAMISOSO 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SOUTHERN CROSSING 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
WEST RIDGE 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
TUNNEL 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BLUE RIBBON 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CANONCITO 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PINION 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BIRDHOUSE 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
530 ROAD 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
OX CANYON 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
10K 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
THREE BOTTLES 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
10K 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
VIGIL 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
GAMBLE OAK 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
TREE SPRING 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
JACKALOPE 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CIENEGA HORSE BYPASS 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
ELLIS 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
CEDRO SINGLETRACK 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SURVEY 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LOWER PINE 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LONE PINE 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
COYOTE SPLIT 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SANDIA XC SKI LOOP 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CIENEGA 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ARMIJO 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BARTS 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MEADOW SINGLETRACK 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
JUAN TABO CANYON 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MORE TURKEY 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
OTERO 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
KAYSER MILL 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WEST BOUNDARY 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CREST 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PENASCO BLANCO 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SPRUCE SPRING 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
DEADMAN 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SWITCHBACK 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
CAJUN PINE 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GEAR GRINDER 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
PINE LOOP 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
FOURTH OF JULY 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
DOMINGO BACA 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
UN POQUITO 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MORE COWBELL 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
GNASTY 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PINE SHADOW 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ELLIS 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
TECOLOTE 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
RED CANYON 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
UPPER FAULTY 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BOX CANYON 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MIGHTY MULE 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BOSQUE 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
305 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
FOOTHILLS 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
PONDEROSA 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HAWK WATCH 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
DROP IN 1.1 Yes Yes Yes
TRAMWAY 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
COYOTE CHAMISOSO LINK 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MIDDLE 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CEDRO CREEK INTERPRETIVE 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BILL SPRING 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GRANITE 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CERRO BLANCO 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
CASA LOMA 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MADERA LOCURA 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
NEW CANYON 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
TRAIL CANYON 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LA BARBA 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
NEW CANYON 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
RED CANYON 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SPRUCE SPRING 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
KLAUS 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CERRO BLANCO 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
TRAMWAY 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CCC ROAD 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MEADOW RIDGE 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
DEER BED 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SPRUCE SPRING 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ATV BYPASS 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
OAK FLAT CONNECTOR 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
FOURTH OF JULY (SPUR) 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LA MOSCA 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
RATTLESNAKE 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
CANONCITO 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ROCKY POINT 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
KAYSER MILL 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BOSQUE 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
OVERLOOK 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
OX CANYON 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
ACEQUIA 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
COTTONWOOD 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
EMBUDO BYPASS 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
CAPULIN 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
GAVILAN 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ROCKY TOP 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
PINEDROP 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
OX CANYON 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
RABBIT RUN 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PIEDRA LISA 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
WILD TURKEY 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
GAMBEL SPUR 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
WAGON 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SURVEY 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GRAVEL PIT 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CAIDA DEL PINO 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CREST SPUR 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PINE FLAT CONNECTOR 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
TRAIL CANYON 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
DRINKING FOUNTAIN 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
KIWANIS MEADOW ROAD 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
EASY PICKIN' 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SANDY ARROYO 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ELK TRACK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
LAS HUERTAS PG LOOP 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
TABLEZON 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes Yes
SANDIA CAVE 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CEDRO PEAK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
THREE GUN SPRING 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
TRAMWAY 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CRIMSON MAPLE 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
JUAN TABO CABIN 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ANOTHER JUAN 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
CREST 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CAJUN TURKEY 0.4 Yes Yes Yes
COTTONWOOD 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CRESTA 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CIENEGA 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SULPHUR 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
305A 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
COTTONWOOD 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
FOUR SEASONS 0.3 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — —
JUAN TABO LA LUZ LINK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
204A 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BALSAM GLADE INTERPRETIVE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
10K 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
BURIED CABLE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SURVEY 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
RANGER ROCK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
DOC LONG-SULPHUR LINK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LA CUEVA 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BARTS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
PIEDRA LISA-LA LUZ LINK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PIEDRA LISA-LA LUZ LINK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
FOOTHILLS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
CIENEGA INTERPRETIVE 0.2 CONCRETE Yes — —
COYOTE INTERPRETIVE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
KIWANIS CABIN TRAIL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SPRING LOOP 0.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — —
CREST HOUSE NATURE 0.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — —
KIWANIS MEADOW TRAIL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
DRINKING FOUNTAIN 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
230A 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
366 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
COLE SPRING 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
FOURTH OF JULY 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
JUAN TABO CANYON 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CASA LOMA 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CREST 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
TRAMWAY 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BARTS 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
ELLIS 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BARTS 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —

Museums in Belen

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
THROUGH THE FLOWERGENERAL MUSEUM101 NORTH 2ND STREET5058644080$84,809
HUBBELL HOUSE ALLIANCEHISTORY MUSEUM5052440507$38,138
BELEN HARVEY HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5058610581
BUFFALO SOLDIERS SOCIETY OF NEW MEXICOHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HARVEY HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5058610581
HISTORIC TOME-ADELINO NEIGHBORHOODHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MASLEY ART GALLERYART MUSEUM
TOME PARISH MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
VALENCIA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Belen

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
PUEBLO OF ISLETA PUBLIC LIBRARY950 MOONLIGHT DR.0.0115,500
LOS LUNAS PUBLIC LIBRARY460 MAIN ST. NE0.0107,181
BELEN PUBLIC LIBRARY333 BECKER AVENUE0.071,635
BOSQUE FARMS PUBLIC LIBRARY1455 W. BOSQUE LOOP0.031,732

Farmers Markets in Belen

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Belen Farmers' MarketAnna Becker Park06/13/2014 to 10/31/2014Fri: 4:30 PM-7:00 PM;Visit
Los Lunas Farmers' Market3447 Lambros Circle06/03/2014 to 10/28/2014Tue: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Visit

Ski Resorts Near Belen

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Sandia Peak 31.0 6 2,630 $47 Unknown — —

Nursing Homes in Belen

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
BELEN MEADOWS HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER
1831 CAMINO DEL LLANO
 For profit - Corporation 120 92 2/5 — 2/5 4/5 5058641600

Pharmacies in Belen

4 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
BUCKLAND PHARMACY 600 DALIES AVENUE 505-864-7434
SHARE 'N CARE PHARMACY 701 DALIES AVENUE 505-864-7471
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1414 1 INTERSTATE 25 BYPASS 505-864-0270
WALGREENS - 2050 315 NORTH MAIN STREET 505-861-1762

Cell Towers in Belen

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
NM Hwy 116 (Bosque #30211)TOWER111
Cerro Site 6 miles Southeast of Los Lunas (Los Lunas #89017)TOWER80
6 Miles S of SE of Los LunasTOWER76
(Belen) 79 Chirstine Dr.LTOWER61
Los Lunas Site 34 SAN FERNANCOTOWER40
125 Bosque Farms Blvd (Peralta)TOWER38
5420 Watson Drive SETOWER34
5420 Watson Drive SETOWER34

Fire Stations in Belen

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
City of Belen Fire Department121 S 5TH STMostly volunteer505-966-2714
Los Chavez Fire Department2 Bombero CIRVolunteer505-864-2000
Rio Grande Estates Volunteer Fire Department108 Rio Communities BLVDVolunteer505-864-6161

Power Plants Near Belen

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
VALENCIA ENERGY FACILITYNATURAL GAS FIRED COMBINED CYCLE; NATURAL GAS FIRE221112-106.7OP
LA LUZ ENERGY CENTERNATURAL GAS FIRED COMBUSTION TURBINE221112-106.8OP

Bridges in Belen

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19692222,787G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19763561,196F
CulvertSteel2009321,196G

Airports Near Belen

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Albuquerque International SunportABQLarge Airport
Double Eagle II Airport—Medium Airport
Belen Regional Airport—Small Airport
Biplane Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Burris Ranch #1 Airport—Small Airport
Flying H Airport—Small Airport
J & M Farms Airport—Small Airport
Magdalena Airport—Small Airport
Manzano-Mountain Air Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Mid Valley Airpark—Small Airport
Monte Prieto Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Mountainair Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Paramotor City Ultralight Airfield—Small Airport
Rancho Magdalena Airport—Small Airport
Sandia Airpark Estates East Airport—Small Airport
Santa Rosa Peak Airfield—Small Airport
Skywagon Farm Airport—Small Airport
Socorro Municipal AirportONMSmall Airport
Valencia Community Air Ranch—Small Airport

Police Stations in Belen

6 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Belen Police Department607 Becker Avenue
Immigration and Customs Enforcement5441 Watson Drive Southeast
Los Lunas Police Department660 Main Street Northwest
New Mexico State Police District 5 Los Lunas Office
United States Drug Enforcement Administration2660 Fritts Crossing Road Southeast
Valencia County Sheriff's Office543 Luna Avenue Southeast

Treatment Centers in Belen

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Crossroads for Women - The PavilionSubstance Abuse505-865-2249
First Choice Community HealthcareBoth505-865-4618

DOL Wage Violations in Belen

20 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $238,472 in back wages owed to 262 employees.

20
Violations
$238,472
Back Wages Owed
262
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Castillo Ready Mix SIGNIFICANT — 87002 — 1 $147,568 $1,696 87
Pizza Hut — Yum Brands 87002 — 1 $22,446 $1,603 14
Aristech Acrylic LLC — — 87002 — 1 $13,473 $4,491 3
Fat Sat's Bar & Grill — — 87002 — 1 $11,911 $165 72
Rutillo's New Mexican Foods — — 87002 — 1 $11,297 $2,259 5
Conservation Services — — 87002 — 1 $10,053 $335 30
Aztec Lathe & Plaster — — 87002 — 1 $5,122 $512 10
Noah's Ark Day Care, Inc — — 87002 — 1 $4,554 $4,554 1
Circle T Drive-In — — 87002 — 1 $3,497 $874 4
Super 8 Hotel — Wyndham Hotels 87002 — 1 $2,148 $2,148 1
Chelsey's Burgers — — 87002 — 1 $1,854 $1,854 1
Burritos Alinstante — — 87002 — 1 $1,665 $208 8
Buritos Alinsante — — 87002 — 1 $893 $893 1
The Wright Choice Learning Center — — 87002 — 1 $419 $105 4
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Belen — IHG 87002 — 1 $374 $37 10
Rio Grande Diner — — 87002 — 1 $318 $106 3
Circle T Burgers — — 87002 — 1 $308 $154 2
Digital Network Services — — 87002 — 1 $232 $77 3
Belen Consolidated Schools — — 87002 — 2 $212 $106 2
Ambercare Hospice — — 87002 — 1 $128 $128 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Belen

19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BELEN INDEPENDENT BAPTIST CHURCH302 S MAIN ST
BELEN RIO COMMUNITIES LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE102 LA LUNA PL
CALVARY CHAPEL OF BELEN INCORPORATED335 HILLANDALE AVE
CALVARY CHAPEL RIO GRANDE VALLEY19381 HIGHWAY 314
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS3 WAC PL
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS110 VISTA DEL SOL DR
CENTERS FOR SPIRITUAL LIVINGPO BOX 716
CHRISTIAN FAITH CHAPEL843 M C BACA LN
CHRISTIAN FAMILY FELLOWSHIP CHURCH OF GOD318 6TH ST SE
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GODPO BOX 108
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH BELEN115 S 4TH ST
HOLY GHOST AND FIRE MINISTRY FELLOWSHIP CHURCH100 HORIZON VISTA BLVD
LOS CHAVEZ BAPTIST CHURCH9 LOS CHAVEZ PARK RD
NEW JERUSALEM CHURCH110 VENTURA RD
RIO GRANDE VALLEY CHURCH OF CHRISTPO BOX 989
SUNSHINE CHURCH79 JARAMILLO RD
VALLEY BAPTIST CHURCH1429 E RIVER RD
VALLEY BAPTIST CHURCH OF VALENCIAPO BOX 932
WESTSIDE FAMILY CHAPEL12 JAMES SANCHEZ LN

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Frequently Asked Questions About Belen

What is the population of Belen?

Belen has a population of 7,427 residents and is located in New Mexico. The population density is 390 people per square mile, spread across 8.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.0 years. The population is 52.8% female and 47.2% male.

Is Belen expensive to live in?

Belen is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 92.2 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $40,354, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $154,600 (45% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $877 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Belen safe?

Public safety is a concern in Belen, with a violent crime rate of 2,030 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,244 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Belen receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Belen?

Belen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.2 inches, with 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 37.

How is the job market in Belen?

Belen has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $955. There are 1,532 business establishments in the area, including 85 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 8.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Belen?

The median home value in Belen is $154,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $256,872. For renters, the median monthly rent is $877. Fair market rent is $927 for a 1-bedroom and $1,129 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 74.5%. The average annual property tax is $3,068.

How are the schools in Belen?

Schools in Belen have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 14.3% of adults in Belen hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.5% have completed high school. 11.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Belen?

The obesity rate in Belen is 38.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.2% of adults are smokers. 32.8% are physically inactive. 23.7% of residents report depression. 23.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 47.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,356.

What is transportation like in Belen?

The average commute in Belen is 27 minutes. 71.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Belen?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Belen is 52.2% White, 4.3% Hispanic or Latino. 58.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 41.6% speak Spanish. 8.7% of the population are military veterans. 30.2% of residents have a disability. 90.1% have health insurance coverage.

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