Casa Colorada, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

Casa Colorada is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 320.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
320 Population 58/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $38,794 per capita
$222,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $222,100
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.6%
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population320
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density58/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 69%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$38,794
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$2,430M
Commute28 min

Housing

Home Value$222,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain9.2 in/yr
Elevation4,858 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.6%
High School+88.7%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute28 min
Libraries5

Is Casa Colorada a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Casa Colorada receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Casa Colorada offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Casa Colorada is $222,100, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Casa Colorada enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.2 inches, including 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Casa Colorada has a population of 320 with a density of 58 people per square mile. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.4%).

Population

320
Total Population
58
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
5.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.4%
Female 36.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Casa Colorada vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only61.0%
22% below US avg
Spanish39.0%
191% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Casa Colorada vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Casa Colorada is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Casa Colorada vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$38,794
Avg Weekly Wage$955
IRS Avg AGI$55,941

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,532
County GDP$2,430M

Business (County)

Restaurants85
Healthcare113
Retail155
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,068
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Casa Colorada is $222,100, 21% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$222,100
21% below US avg

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)$3,068
12% below US avg
Effective Rate1.38%
In Casa Colorada, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Casa Colorada vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.9%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.8%
Checkup Rate67.1%
Premature Death11,779/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.3/10
Exercise Access47.7%
Healthcare Facilities113

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Casa Colorada has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 9.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.2 inches
76% below US avg
Snowfall5.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,858 ft (1,481 m)
Area5.5 sq mi (14.3 km²)
Population Density58/sq mi
Coordinates34.5509°N, 106.7399°W
County FIPS35061
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.3%
D 40.9%

Winner: Republican by 16.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.6%
15% below US avg
High School+88.7%
School Test Score4.65
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density58/sq mi
Total Area5.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities113
Restaurants85
Retail Stores155

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Work from Home4.2%

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