Buckhorn, NM

New Mexico

Buckhorn is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 85.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
85 Population 18/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $60,594 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
69.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 69.4%
106% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.6%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population85
Median Age74.3 yrs
Density18/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans36.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$60,594
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$144M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain16.6 in/yr
Elevation4,739 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+69.4%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
CommuteN/A
Broadband11.0%
Libraries2

Is Buckhorn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buckhorn receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Buckhorn stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Buckhorn is a highly educated community — 69.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

Buckhorn enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Buckhorn has a population of 85 with a density of 18 people per square mile. The median age is 74.3 years, 91% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

85
Total Population
18
People / sq mi
74.3yrs
Median Age
91% above US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40%
Female 60%

Race & Ethnicity

Buckhorn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Buckhorn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buckhorn is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Buckhorn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$60,594
Avg Weekly Wage$801
IRS Avg AGI$47,723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)133
County GDP$144M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare6
Retail16
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$900
74% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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)$900
74% below US avg
In Buckhorn, 30.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 19.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.6%
5% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity19.2%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate65.8%
Premature Death11,457/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment2.3/10
Exercise Access63.3%
Healthcare Facilities6

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Buckhorn has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average56.5°F
5% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.6 inches
56% below US avg
Snowfall1.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,739 ft (1,444 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (12.0 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates33.0315°N, 108.6944°W
County FIPS35003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 69.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (106% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.1-point margin. 11.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.3%
D 24.2%

Winner: Republican by 50.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+69.4%
106% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density18/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access11.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities6
Restaurants6
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

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