Brimhall Nizhoni, NM

New Mexico

Brimhall Nizhoni is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 497. Residents earn $44,167 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
497 Population 30/sq mi density
$44,167 Median Income $17,435 per capita
$67,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$44,167 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$67,500 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,167
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $67,500
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.5%
75% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.3%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.1%
175% higher than US avg

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

People

Population497
Median Age38.2 yrs
Density30/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 10%

Economy

C
Median Income$44,167
Per Capita$17,435
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty34.1%
County GDP$2,894M
Commute49 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$67,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease9.9%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.5 in/yr
Elevation6,102 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.5%
High School+86.3%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 61%
Commute49 min
Libraries3

Is Brimhall Nizhoni a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brimhall Nizhoni receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Brimhall Nizhoni offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brimhall Nizhoni is $44,167, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 34.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brimhall Nizhoni is $67,500, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Brimhall Nizhoni experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.5 inches, including 20.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Brimhall Nizhoni has a population of 497 with a density of 30 people per square mile. The median age is 38.2 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (86.3%), with 9.5% White, 4.2% Black, 86.3% Asian.

Population

497
Total Population
30
People / sq mi
38.2yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
16.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%
Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Brimhall Nizhoni vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only56.2%
28% below US avg
Spanish43.8%
227% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Brimhall Nizhoni vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brimhall Nizhoni is $44,167, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 34.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes.

Income: Brimhall Nizhoni vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,167
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,435
Avg Weekly Wage$908
IRS Avg AGI$41,364

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate34.1%
175% 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 Rate4.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time48.6 min
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Brimhall Nizhoni is $67,500, 76% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,500
76% 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-Occupied97.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,272
7% below US avg
Effective Rate4.85%
In Brimhall Nizhoni, 43.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 33.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Brimhall Nizhoni vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.3%
35% above US avg
Diabetes19.7%
Heart Disease9.9%
High Blood Pressure38.6%
Asthma15.5%
COPD12.3%
Stroke6.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.3%
Physical Inactivity33.7%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress25.8%
Physical Distress23.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.0%
Checkup Rate65.5%
Premature Death27,593/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Safety Score

Brimhall Nizhoni has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.5 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall20.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,102 ft (1,860 m)
Area16.3 sq mi (42.2 km²)
Population Density30/sq mi
Coordinates35.7917°N, 108.6297°W
County FIPS35031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 24.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.2%
D 60.7%

Winner: Democrat by 24.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.5%
75% below US avg
High School+86.3%
School Test Score4.65
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density30/sq mi
Total Area16.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities130
Restaurants138
Retail Stores214

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute48.6 min
Work from Home4.5%

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