Chamberino, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

Chamberino is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 601. Residents earn $60,694 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
601 Population 196/sq mi density
$60,694 Median Income $27,825 per capita
$195,800 Home Value
$836 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$60,694 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$195,800 home value, $836/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,694
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $195,800
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.8%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $836
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population601
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density196/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 29%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,694
Per Capita$27,825
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$11,315M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$195,800
Rent$836
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.7%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain9.1 in/yr
Elevation3,803 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.8%
High School+62.3%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 54%
Commute27 min
Libraries6

Is Chamberino a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chamberino receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Chamberino offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chamberino is $60,694, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chamberino is $195,800, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $836 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 62.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Chamberino enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Chamberino has a population of 601 with a density of 196 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (29%).

Population

601
Total Population
196
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.7%
Female 41.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Chamberino vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only12.2%
84% below US avg
Spanish87.8%
555% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Chamberino vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chamberino is $60,694, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Chamberino vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,694
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,825
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$55,105

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,817
County GDP$11,315M

Business (County)

Restaurants357
Healthcare615
Retail511
Manufacturing122

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,640
4% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Work from Home12.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Chamberino is $195,800, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $836 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$195,800
31% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$836
28% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$828
1 Bedroom$927
2 Bedrooms$1,129
3 Bedrooms$1,496
4 Bedrooms$1,758

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,640
4% above US avg
Effective Rate1.86%
In Chamberino, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.7% report depression. 30.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Chamberino vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes14.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma8.6%
COPD4.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity30.0%
Depression19.7%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.2%
Checkup Rate67.9%
Premature Death9,397/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access73.0%
Healthcare Facilities615

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Safety Score

Chamberino has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 9.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.2°F
17% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.1 inches
76% below US avg
Snowfall1.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,803 ft (1,159 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (7.9 km²)
Population Density196/sq mi
Coordinates32.0364°N, 106.6776°W
County FIPS35013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 9.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44%
D 53.8%

Winner: Democrat by 9.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.8%
35% below US avg
High School+62.3%
School Test Score4.65
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density196/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities615
Restaurants357
Retail Stores511

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Work from Home12.1%

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