Chamisal, NM

New Mexico

Chamisal is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 367. Residents earn $40,833 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
367 Population 224/sq mi density
$40,833 Median Income $31,259 per capita
$198,800 Home Value
$875 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$40,833 median income, 0.6% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$198,800 home value, $875/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,833
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $198,800
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.1%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.1%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population367
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density224/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 30%

Economy

B+
Median Income$40,833
Per Capita$31,259
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty12.1%
County GDP$1,521M
Commute38 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$198,800
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.7 in/yr
Elevation7,408 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+84.3%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 25% / D 72%
Commute38 min
Libraries4

Is Chamisal a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chamisal receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Chamisal offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chamisal is $40,833, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. 12.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chamisal is $198,800, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Chamisal experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.7 inches, including 28.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Chamisal has a population of 367 with a density of 224 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (30.2%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

367
Total Population
224
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.1%
Female 37.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Chamisal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only49.6%
37% below US avg
Spanish50.4%
276% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Chamisal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chamisal is $40,833, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Chamisal vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,833
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,259
Avg Weekly Wage$873
IRS Avg AGI$56,455

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.1%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,449
County GDP$1,521M

Business (County)

Restaurants151
Healthcare105
Retail194
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,363
4% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.4 min
Work from Home19.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Chamisal is $198,800, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$198,800
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$875
25% 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-Occupied87.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,363
4% below US avg
Effective Rate1.69%
In Chamisal, 30.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.1%
6% below US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.2%
Checkup Rate64.3%
Premature Death12,930/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access79.2%
Healthcare Facilities105

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Chamisal has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.7 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall28.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,408 ft (2,258 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density224/sq mi
Coordinates36.1725°N, 105.7460°W
County FIPS35055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 47.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 24.9%
D 72.4%

Winner: Democrat by 47.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.4%
51% below US avg
High School+84.3%
School Test Score4.65
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density224/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities105
Restaurants151
Retail Stores194

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.4 min
Work from Home19.9%

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