Continental Divide, NM

New Mexico

Continental Divide is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 174.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
174 Population 64/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $24,202 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
46.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 46.6%
38% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population174
Median Age74.2 yrs
Density64/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 14%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,202
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,894M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain19.7 in/yr
Elevation7,175 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+46.6%
High School+81.6%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 61%
CommuteN/A
Broadband55.0%
Libraries3

Is Continental Divide a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Continental Divide receives an overall livability score of 4.7 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. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Continental Divide 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 46.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 81.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Continental Divide experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.7 inches, including 42.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Continental Divide has a population of 174 with a density of 64 people per square mile. The median age is 74.2 years, 91% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (86.2%), with 13.8% White, 63.2% Asian.

Population

174
Total Population
64
People / sq mi
74.2yrs
Median Age
91% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42%
Female 58%

Race & Ethnicity

Continental Divide vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only12.1%
85% below US avg
Spanish87.9%
556% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Continental Divide vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Continental Divide 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: Continental Divide vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$24,202
Avg Weekly Wage$908
IRS Avg AGI$41,364

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,225
County GDP$2,894M

Business (County)

Restaurants138
Healthcare130
Retail214
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,272
7% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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)$3,272
7% below US avg
In Continental Divide, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Continental Divide vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes14.9%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma12.8%
COPD9.0%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.6%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress18.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate65.5%
Premature Death27,593/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.4/10
Exercise Access41.2%
Healthcare Facilities130

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Safety Score

Continental Divide has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.7 inches
48% below US avg
Snowfall42.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,175 ft (2,187 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.1 km²)
Population Density64/sq mi
Coordinates35.4329°N, 108.3358°W
County FIPS35031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 46.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 24.5-point margin. 55.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.2%
D 60.7%

Winner: Democrat by 24.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+46.6%
38% above US avg
High School+81.6%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density64/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities130
Restaurants138
Retail Stores214

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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