New Mexico · Metropolitan Area
Chimayo is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 2,726. Residents earn $52,305 per year, which is 30% below the national average.
Based on current data, Chimayo receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Chimayo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Chimayo is $52,305, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. The poverty rate of 24.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
The median home value in Chimayo is $214,000, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $834 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
10.6% 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.
Chimayo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.8 inches, including 20.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
| English Only | 28.0% |
| 64% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 72.0% |
| 437% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $52,305 |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $31,124 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,177 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $89,177 |
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 24.4% |
| 97% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 6,768 |
| County GDP | $10,087M |
| Restaurants | 465 |
| Healthcare | 561 |
| Retail | 775 |
| Manufacturing | 124 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,168 |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.41% |
| Commute Time | 32.5 min |
| Work from Home | 15.1% |
| Census Median | $214,000 |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $316,106 |
| Census Median Rent | $834 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Studio | $828 |
| 1 Bedroom | $927 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,129 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,496 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,758 |
| Owner-Occupied | 80.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,168 |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.41% |
| Obesity | 40.0% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.8% |
| Asthma | 9.1% |
| COPD | 5.4% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.5% |
| Depression | 20.9% |
| Mental Distress | 16.7% |
| Physical Distress | 16.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 65.9% |
| Premature Death | 8,950/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 83.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 561 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
| Annual Average | 50.0°F |
| 7% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 12.8 inches |
| 66% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 20.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 6,043 ft (1,842 m) |
| Area | 7.7 sq mi (20.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 352/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.9986°N, 105.9450°W |
| County FIPS | 35049 |
Winner: Democrat by 48.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 10.6% |
| 69% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.65 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 352/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 8 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 561 |
| Restaurants | 465 |
| Retail Stores | 775 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
| Avg Commute | 32.5 min |
| Work from Home | 15.1% |