Cedar Hill, NM

New Mexico

Cedar Hill is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 835. Residents earn $83,611 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
835 Population 89/sq mi density
$83,611 Median Income $48,196 per capita
$235,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$83,611 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$235,800 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,611
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $235,800
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.3%
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.6%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population835
Median Age56.6 yrs
Density89/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 70%

Economy

A
Median Income$83,611
Per Capita$48,196
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$4,264M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$235,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.1 in/yr
Elevation6,007 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.3%
High School+89.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 58%
Commute30 min
Libraries5

Is Cedar Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cedar Hill receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Cedar Hill stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cedar Hill is $83,611, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.2% 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 Cedar Hill is $235,800, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Cedar Hill experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.1 inches, including 7.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Cedar Hill has a population of 835 with a density of 89 people per square mile. The median age is 56.6 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.7%), with 17.4% Hispanic, 14.6% Asian.

Population

835
Total Population
89
People / sq mi
56.6yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
9.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Cedar Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.8%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.2%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cedar Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cedar Hill is $83,611, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Cedar Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,611
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,196
Avg Weekly Wage$1,192
IRS Avg AGI$97,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,080
County GDP$4,264M

Business (County)

Restaurants228
Healthcare253
Retail287
Manufacturing68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,196
9% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.3 min
Work from Home18.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Cedar Hill is $235,800, 16% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$235,800
16% 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-Occupied92.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,196
9% below US avg
Effective Rate1.36%
In Cedar Hill, 30.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 20.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cedar Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.6%
5% below US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity20.0%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Checkup Rate67.0%
Premature Death7,126/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access74.4%
Healthcare Facilities253

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Cedar Hill has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.1 inches
68% below US avg
Snowfall7.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,007 ft (1,831 m)
Area9.4 sq mi (24.3 km²)
Population Density89/sq mi
Coordinates36.9460°N, 107.8835°W
County FIPS08067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 18.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.3%
D 58%

Winner: Democrat by 18.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.3%
22% below US avg
High School+89.0%
School Test Score4.65
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density89/sq mi
Total Area9.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities253
Restaurants228
Retail Stores287

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.3 min
Work from Home18.3%

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