Casas Adobes, NM

New Mexico

Casas Adobes is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 133. Residents earn $31,875 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
133 Population 143/sq mi density
$31,875 Median Income $60,072 per capita
$164,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$31,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$164,100 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,875
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $164,100
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.8%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population133
Median Age68.0 yrs
Density143/mi²
Male / Female91% / 9%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans40.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$31,875
Per Capita$60,072
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,242M
Commute22 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$164,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.9 in/yr
Elevation5,816 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute22 min
Broadband81.0%
Libraries2

Is Casas Adobes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Casas Adobes receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Casas Adobes offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Casas Adobes is $31,875, 58% below 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 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Casas Adobes is $164,100, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

9.0% 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

Casas Adobes enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Casas Adobes has a population of 133 with a density of 143 people per square mile. The median age is 68.0 years, 75% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85%).

Population

133
Total Population
143
People / sq mi
68.0yrs
Median Age
75% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 91%
Female 9%

Race & Ethnicity

Casas Adobes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.9%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.1%
13% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Casas Adobes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Casas Adobes is $31,875, which is 58% 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 22 minutes.

Income: Casas Adobes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,875
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$60,072
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
Effective Tax Rate1.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Casas Adobes is $164,100, 42% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$164,100
42% 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)$1,940
45% below US avg
Effective Rate1.18%
In Casas Adobes, 31.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Casas Adobes vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.8%
1% below US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma9.5%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.1%
Checkup Rate66.6%
Premature Death13,152/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Casas Adobes has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.6°F
9% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.9 inches
66% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,816 ft (1,773 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density143/sq mi
Coordinates32.8094°N, 107.9390°W
County FIPS35029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.9-point margin. 81.0% 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+9.0%
73% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density143/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants62
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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