Chamizal, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

Chamizal is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 17.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
17 Population 39/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 47.1%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population17
Median AgeN/A
Density39/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans17.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,430M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain8.6 in/yr
Elevation4,677 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
CommuteN/A
Broadband9.0%
Libraries5

Is Chamizal a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chamizal receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Chamizal stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

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

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Chamizal enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Chamizal has a population of 17 with a density of 39 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

17
Total Population
39
People / sq mi
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Chamizal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish100.0%
646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Chamizal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chamizal is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Chamizal vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$955
IRS Avg AGI$55,941

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,532
County GDP$2,430M

Business (County)

Restaurants85
Healthcare113
Retail155
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,068
12% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

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)$3,068
12% below US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death11,779/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.3/10
Exercise Access47.7%
Healthcare Facilities113

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Chamizal has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.6 inches
78% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,677 ft (1,426 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density39/sq mi
Coordinates34.2183°N, 106.9151°W
County FIPS35061
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 47.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.4-point margin. 9.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.3%
D 40.9%

Winner: Republican by 16.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.1%
40% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density39/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access9.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities113
Restaurants85
Retail Stores155

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

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