Conejo, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

Conejo is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 507. Residents earn $101,685 per year, which is 35% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
507 Population 267/sq mi density
$101,685 Median Income $71,054 per capita
$987,000 Home Value
$2,029 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$101,685 median income, 3.4% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.2 / 5.0
$987,000 home value, $2,029/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
75.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $101,685
35% higher than US avg
Home Value $987,000
250% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 75.0%
123% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,029
74% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.2%
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population507
Median Age59.7 yrs
Density267/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 79%

Economy

A+
Median Income$101,685
Per Capita$71,054
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$10,087M
Commute16 min

Housing

F
Home Value$987,000
Rent$2,029
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity22.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.8 in/yr
Elevation7,014 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+75.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 24% / D 73%
Commute16 min
Libraries8

Is Conejo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Conejo receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Conejo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Conejo is $101,685, which is significantly higher than the national average — 35% above $75,149. This places Conejo among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Conejo is $987,000, making it a premium housing market at 250% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,029 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Conejo is a highly educated community — 75.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

Conejo 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.

Conejo has a population of 507 with a density of 267 people per square mile. The median age is 59.7 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.5%), with 13% Hispanic.

Population

507
Total Population
267
People / sq mi
59.7yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Conejo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Conejo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Conejo is $101,685, which is 35% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Conejo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$101,685
35% above US avg
Per Capita Income$71,054
Avg Weekly Wage$1,177
IRS Avg AGI$89,177

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,768
County GDP$10,087M

Business (County)

Restaurants465
Healthcare561
Retail775
Manufacturing124

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,168
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.3 min
Work from Home13.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Conejo is $987,000, 250% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,029 (74% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$987,000
250% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,029
74% above 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-Occupied67.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,168
48% above US avg
Effective Rate0.52%
In Conejo, 22.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 13.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.2%
31% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure22.1%
Asthma8.7%
COPD2.9%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity13.2%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress12.8%
Physical Distress9.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Checkup Rate67.4%
Premature Death8,950/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access83.4%
Healthcare Facilities561

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Conejo has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.8 inches
66% below US avg
Snowfall20.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,014 ft (2,138 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density267/sq mi
Coordinates35.6287°N, 105.9423°W
County FIPS35049
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 75.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (123% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 48.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 24.4%
D 73.4%

Winner: Democrat by 48.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+75.0%
123% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density267/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities561
Restaurants465
Retail Stores775

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.3 min
Work from Home13.6%

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