Cañoncito, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

Cañoncito is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 946. Residents earn $72,072 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
946 Population 95/sq mi density
$72,072 Median Income $43,424 per capita
$402,400 Home Value
$1,700 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$72,072 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$402,400 home value, $1,700/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,072
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $402,400
43% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.7%
3% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,700
46% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population946
Median Age59.5 yrs
Density95/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,072
Per Capita$43,424
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$10,087M
Commute30 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$402,400
Rent$1,700
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain14.7 in/yr
Elevation6,908 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.7%
High School+96.7%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 24% / D 73%
Commute30 min
Libraries8

Is Cañoncito a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cañoncito receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Cañoncito offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cañoncito is $72,072, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. 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%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cañoncito is $402,400, 43% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,700 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

32.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Cañoncito experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.7 inches, including 28.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Cañoncito has a population of 946 with a density of 95 people per square mile. The median age is 59.5 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.8%), with 4.2% Hispanic.

Population

946
Total Population
95
People / sq mi
59.5yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
9.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.6%
Female 56.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Cañoncito vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only69.5%
11% below US avg
Spanish30.5%
128% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Cañoncito vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cañoncito is $72,072, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Cañoncito vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,072
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,424
Avg Weekly Wage$1,177
IRS Avg AGI$89,177

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,768
County GDP$10,087M

Business (County)

Restaurants465
Healthcare561
Retail775
Manufacturing124

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,168
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.8 min
Work from Home45.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Cañoncito is $402,400, 43% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,700 (46% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$402,400
43% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,700
46% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$828
1 Bedroom$927
2 Bedrooms$1,129
3 Bedrooms$1,496
4 Bedrooms$1,758

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,168
48% above US avg
Effective Rate1.28%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Premature Death8,950/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access83.4%
Healthcare Facilities561

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Cañoncito has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.7 inches
61% below US avg
Snowfall28.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,908 ft (2,106 m)
Area9.9 sq mi (25.7 km²)
Population Density95/sq mi
Coordinates35.5352°N, 105.8389°W
County FIPS35049
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 32.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 48.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 24.4%
D 73.4%

Winner: Democrat by 48.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.7%
3% below US avg
High School+96.7%
School Test Score4.65
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density95/sq mi
Total Area9.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities561
Restaurants465
Retail Stores775

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.8 min
Work from Home45.2%

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