New Mexico
Church Rock is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 1,413. Residents earn $35,417 per year, which is 53% below the national average.
Based on current data, Church Rock receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Church Rock has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Church Rock is $35,417, 53% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 36.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in Church Rock is $36,500, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $788 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Church Rock experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.5 inches, including 20.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
| English Only | 49.7% |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 50.3% |
| 275% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $35,417 |
| 53% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $14,009 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $908 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $41,364 |
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 36.6% |
| 195% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,225 |
| County GDP | $2,894M |
| Restaurants | 138 |
| Healthcare | 130 |
| Retail | 214 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,272 |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 8.96% |
| Commute Time | 24.7 min |
| Work from Home | 9.9% |
| Census Median | $36,500 |
| 87% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $788 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Studio | $828 |
| 1 Bedroom | $927 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,129 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,496 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,758 |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,272 |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 8.96% |
| Obesity | 45.8% |
| 43% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 21.8% |
| Heart Disease | 10.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.8% |
| Asthma | 16.1% |
| COPD | 14.8% |
| Stroke | 7.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 11.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.8% |
| Depression | 27.4% |
| Mental Distress | 27.2% |
| Physical Distress | 26.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 80.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 65.3% |
| Premature Death | 27,593/100K |
| Food Environment | 3.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 41.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 130 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 33 |
| Annual Average | 50.2°F |
| 7% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 12.5 inches |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 20.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 7,025 ft (2,141 m) |
| Area | 18.3 sq mi (47.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 77/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.5692°N, 108.5730°W |
| County FIPS | 35031 |
Winner: Democrat by 24.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 5.4% |
| 84% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 81.3% |
| School Test Score | 4.65 |
| RUCC Code 5 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+ |
| Population Density | 77/sq mi |
| Total Area | 18.3 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 130 |
| Restaurants | 138 |
| Retail Stores | 214 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 33 |
| Avg Commute | 24.7 min |
| Work from Home | 9.9% |