Borrego Pass, NM

New Mexico

Borrego Pass is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 109.

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
109 Population 8/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $8,894 per capita
$58,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $58,800
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.7%
74% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.6%
222% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 70.0%
465% higher than US avg

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

People

Population109
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density8/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans75.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$8,894
Unemployment11.6%
Poverty70.0%
County GDP$2,894M
Commute29 min

Housing

Home Value$58,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease10.9%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.3 in/yr
Elevation7,303 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.7%
High School+55.1%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 61%
Commute29 min
Broadband28.0%
Libraries3

Is Borrego Pass a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Borrego Pass receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Borrego Pass faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 11.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 70.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Borrego Pass is $58,800, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 55.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Borrego Pass experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.3 inches, including 30.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Borrego Pass has a population of 109 with a density of 8 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%), with 100% Asian.

Population

109
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
13.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.7%
Female 41.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Borrego Pass vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only39.6%
50% below US avg
Spanish60.4%
351% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Borrego Pass vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Borrego Pass is N/A. The unemployment rate is 11.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 70.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Borrego Pass vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$8,894
Avg Weekly Wage$908
IRS Avg AGI$41,364

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.6%
222% above US avg
Poverty Rate70.0%
465% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,225
County GDP$2,894M

Business (County)

Restaurants138
Healthcare130
Retail214
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,272
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Work from Home29.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Borrego Pass is $58,800, 79% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,800
79% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,272
7% below US avg
Effective Rate5.56%
In Borrego Pass, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.7% report depression. 38.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Borrego Pass vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.3%
32% above US avg
Diabetes21.5%
Heart Disease10.9%
High Blood Pressure38.1%
Asthma17.2%
COPD16.1%
Stroke7.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking8.2%
Physical Inactivity38.5%
Depression28.7%
Mental Distress27.4%
Physical Distress27.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate61.7%
Checkup Rate62.5%
Premature Death27,593/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.4/10
Exercise Access41.2%
Healthcare Facilities130

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Safety Score

Borrego Pass has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.3 inches
68% below US avg
Snowfall30.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,303 ft (2,226 m)
Area13.2 sq mi (34.3 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates35.5664°N, 108.0165°W
County FIPS35031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 24.5-point margin. 28.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.2%
D 60.7%

Winner: Democrat by 24.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.7%
74% below US avg
High School+55.1%
School Test Score4.65
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density8/sq mi
Total Area13.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access28.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities130
Restaurants138
Retail Stores214

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Work from Home29.2%

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