Catalpa Canyon, NM

New Mexico

Catalpa Canyon is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 119. Residents earn $151,250 per year, which is 101% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
119 Population 17/sq mi density
$151,250 Median Income $26,127 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$151,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $151,250
101% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population119
Median Age13.5 yrs
Density17/mi²
Male / Female70% / 30%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans57.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$151,250
Per Capita$26,127
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,894M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain11.2 in/yr
Elevation6,714 ft

Education

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

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 61%
CommuteN/A
Broadband41.0%
Libraries3

Is Catalpa Canyon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Catalpa Canyon receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Catalpa Canyon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Catalpa Canyon is $151,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 101% above $75,149. This places Catalpa Canyon among higher-income communities. 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

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

Catalpa Canyon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.2 inches, including 10.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Catalpa Canyon has a population of 119 with a density of 17 people per square mile. The median age is 13.5 years, 65% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79%), with 18.5% Hispanic, 18.5% Asian.

Population

119
Total Population
17
People / sq mi
13.5yrs
Median Age
65% below US avg
7.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 69.7%
Female 30.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Catalpa Canyon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.9%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.1%
17% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Catalpa Canyon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Catalpa Canyon is $151,250, which is 101% above 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.

Income: Catalpa Canyon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$151,250
101% above US avg
Per Capita Income$26,127
Avg Weekly Wage$908
IRS Avg AGI$41,364

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,225
County GDP$2,894M

Business (County)

Restaurants138
Healthcare130
Retail214
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,272
7% 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)$3,272
7% below US avg
In Catalpa Canyon, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Catalpa Canyon vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma11.9%
COPD7.8%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress16.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate65.0%
Premature Death27,593/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.4/10
Exercise Access41.2%
Healthcare Facilities130

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Safety Score

Catalpa Canyon has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.2 inches
71% below US avg
Snowfall10.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,714 ft (2,046 m)
Area7.0 sq mi (18.2 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates35.4942°N, 108.7206°W
County FIPS35031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 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 24.5-point margin. 41.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.2%
D 60.7%

Winner: Democrat by 24.5 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 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density17/sq mi
Total Area7.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access41.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities130
Restaurants138
Retail Stores214

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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