Cordova, NM

New Mexico

Cordova is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 418. Residents earn $23,426 per year, which is 69% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
418 Population 252/sq mi density
$23,426 Median Income $10,758 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$23,426 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$150,000 home value
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,426
69% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.7%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 63.0%
408% higher than US avg

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

People

Population418
Median Age15.8 yrs
Density252/mi²
Male / Female33% / 67%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$23,426
Per Capita$10,758
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty63.0%
County GDP$1,521M

Housing

B
Home Value$150,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.7 in/yr
Elevation7,145 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+84.8%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 25% / D 72%
CommuteN/A
Broadband50.0%
Libraries4

Is Cordova a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cordova receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Cordova offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cordova is $23,426, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 63.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cordova is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 6.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Cordova experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.7 inches, including 28.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Cordova has a population of 418 with a density of 252 people per square mile. The median age is 15.8 years, 59% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (0%).

Population

418
Total Population
252
People / sq mi
15.8yrs
Median Age
59% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 32.8%
Female 67.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Cordova vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish100.0%
646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Cordova vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cordova is $23,426, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 63.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Cordova vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,426
69% below US avg
Per Capita Income$10,758
Avg Weekly Wage$873
IRS Avg AGI$56,455

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate63.0%
408% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,449
County GDP$1,521M

Business (County)

Restaurants151
Healthcare105
Retail194
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,363
4% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.24%

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Cordova is $150,000, 47% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

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)$3,363
4% below US avg
Effective Rate2.24%
In Cordova, 43.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 35.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.7%
36% above US avg
Diabetes16.4%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma9.3%
COPD5.7%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.8%
Physical Inactivity35.5%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress17.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate66.2%
Premature Death12,930/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access79.2%
Healthcare Facilities105

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Cordova has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.7 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall28.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,145 ft (2,178 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density252/sq mi
Coordinates36.0128°N, 105.8566°W
County FIPS35055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 47.5-point margin. 50.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 24.9%
D 72.4%

Winner: Democrat by 47.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+84.8%
School Test Score4.65
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density252/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access50.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities105
Restaurants151
Retail Stores194

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Compare Cordova with another city: