Candy Kitchen, NM

New Mexico

Candy Kitchen is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 23.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
23 Population 2/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
48°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
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 100.0%
706% higher than US avg

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

People

Population23
Median AgeN/A
Density2/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans72.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty100.0%
County GDP$868M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease8.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain13.9 in/yr
Elevation7,395 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
CommuteN/A
Broadband39.0%
Libraries3

Is Candy Kitchen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Candy Kitchen receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Candy Kitchen 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%. The poverty rate of 100.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below 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

Candy Kitchen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.9 inches, including 38.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Candy Kitchen has a population of 23 with a density of 2 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

23
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
13.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Candy Kitchen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Candy Kitchen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Candy Kitchen is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 100.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Candy Kitchen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$41,403

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate100.0%
706% above US avg
Establishments (County)449
County GDP$868M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare44
Retail57
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,380
32% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$167
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio90.8%
Price Drops0.0%

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)$2,380
32% below US avg
In Candy Kitchen, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Candy Kitchen vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease8.3%
High Blood Pressure35.5%
Asthma12.6%
COPD10.4%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress22.4%
Physical Distress19.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate65.8%
Premature Death16,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.9/10
Exercise Access53.3%
Healthcare Facilities44

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Candy Kitchen has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average47.7°F
12% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.9 inches
63% below US avg
Snowfall38.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,395 ft (2,254 m)
Area13.0 sq mi (33.6 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates34.9093°N, 108.4965°W
County FIPS35006
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.6-point margin. 39.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48%
D 49.6%

Winner: Democrat by 1.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below 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 Density2/sq mi
Total Area13.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access39.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities44
Restaurants46
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

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