Canova, NM

New Mexico

Canova is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 454.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
454 Population 534/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $41,049 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°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
68.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 68.6%
104% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population454
Median Age30.2 yrs
Density534/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$41,049
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,521M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.7%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.7 in/yr
Elevation6,136 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+68.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 25% / D 72%
CommuteN/A
Libraries4

Is Canova a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Canova 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. Canova 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

Canova is a highly educated community — 68.6% 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

Canova experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.7 inches, including 28.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Canova has a population of 454 with a density of 534 people per square mile. The median age is 30.2 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

454
Total Population
534
People / sq mi
30.2yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Canova vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only46.2%
41% below US avg
Spanish53.8%
301% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Canova vs U.S. Average

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

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$41,049
Avg Weekly Wage$873
IRS Avg AGI$56,455

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,449
County GDP$1,521M

Business (County)

Restaurants151
Healthcare105
Retail194
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,363
4% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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)$3,363
4% below US avg
In Canova, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.7% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma8.6%
COPD4.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression19.7%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate65.3%
Premature Death12,930/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access79.2%
Healthcare Facilities105

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Canova has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.7 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall28.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,136 ft (1,870 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density534/sq mi
Coordinates36.1678°N, 105.9888°W
County FIPS35055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 68.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (104% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 47.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 24.9%
D 72.4%

Winner: Democrat by 47.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+68.6%
104% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density534/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities105
Restaurants151
Retail Stores194

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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