Chilili, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

Chilili is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 27.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
27 Population 27/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.1%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population27
Median AgeN/A
Density27/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 52%
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

Obesity34.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain13.6 in/yr
Elevation6,839 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

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

Is Chilili a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chilili receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Chilili 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

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Chilili experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.6 inches, including 17.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Chilili has a population of 27 with a density of 27 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (51.9%).

Population

27
Total Population
27
People / sq mi
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Chilili vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chilili vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chilili 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: Chilili 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
In Chilili, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.1%
6% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma8.0%
COPD3.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress14.3%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate64.1%
Premature Death11,779/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Chilili has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.6 inches
64% below US avg
Snowfall17.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,839 ft (2,085 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density27/sq mi
Coordinates34.8974°N, 106.2331°W
County FIPS35061
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below 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+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density27/sq mi
Total Area1.0 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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