Caballo, NM

New Mexico

Caballo is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 87.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
87 Population 89/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value $178,890 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
63°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
64.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 64.4%
91% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population87
Median AgeN/A
Density89/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans72.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,242M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$178,890

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain10.6 in/yr
Elevation4,268 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+64.4%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
CommuteN/A
Broadband25.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Caballo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Caballo 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. Caballo 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

Caballo is a highly educated community — 64.4% 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

Caballo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Caballo has a population of 87 with a density of 89 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

87
Total Population
89
People / sq mi
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.4%
Female 35.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Caballo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Caballo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Caballo 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: Caballo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$938
IRS Avg AGI$38,791

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)561
County GDP$1,242M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare53
Retail66
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,940
45% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $178,890.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$178,890

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)$1,940
45% below US avg
In Caballo, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma8.8%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.5%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate57.6%
Premature Death13,152/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.4/10
Exercise Access49.3%
Healthcare Facilities53

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Caballo has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average63.2°F
17% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.6 inches
72% below US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,268 ft (1,301 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density89/sq mi
Coordinates32.9806°N, 107.3075°W
County FIPS35029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 64.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.9-point margin. 25.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.3%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 18.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+64.4%
91% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density89/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access25.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants62
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

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