New Mexico
Causey is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 183. Residents earn $32,813 per year, which is 56% below the national average.
Based on current data, Causey receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Causey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Causey is $32,813, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. The poverty rate of 34.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Causey is $71,700, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 42.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Causey enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.7 inches, including 5.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
| English Only | 17.9% |
| 77% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 82.1% |
| 513% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $32,813 |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $12,938 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $950 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,254 |
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 34.4% |
| 177% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 240 |
| County GDP | $626M |
| Restaurants | 18 |
| Healthcare | 10 |
| Retail | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,267 |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.35% |
| Commute Time | 42.6 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $71,700 |
| 75% below US avg |
| Studio | $828 |
| 1 Bedroom | $927 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,129 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,496 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,758 |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,267 |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 7.35% |
| Obesity | 32.9% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.7% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.7% |
| Depression | 26.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.3% |
| Physical Distress | 15.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 71.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 64.6% |
| Premature Death | 11,523/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 10 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 57.6°F |
| 7% above US avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 16.7 inches |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 5.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 4,050 ft (1,234 m) |
| Area | 3.8 sq mi (9.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 49/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.8667°N, 103.1252°W |
| County FIPS | 48017 |
Winner: Republican by 61.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 8.3% |
| 75% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 42.5% |
| School Test Score | 4.65 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 49/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.8 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 42.0% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 10 |
| Restaurants | 18 |
| Retail Stores | 23 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 42.6 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |