Corona, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

Corona is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 167. Residents earn $28,542 per year, which is 62% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
167 Population 162/sq mi density
$28,542 Median Income $26,622 per capita
$85,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$28,542 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,600 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,542
62% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,600
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.6%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.5%
65% higher than US avg

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

People

Population167
Median Age58.8 yrs
Density162/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans84.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$28,542
Per Capita$26,622
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty20.5%
County GDP$881M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain16.9 in/yr
Elevation6,694 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute19 min
Broadband90.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Corona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Corona receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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. Corona offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Corona is $28,542, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 20.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Corona is $85,600, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below 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

Corona experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.9 inches, including 27.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Corona has a population of 167 with a density of 162 people per square mile. The median age is 58.8 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.8%), with 4.2% Black.

Population

167
Total Population
162
People / sq mi
58.8yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.3%
Female 58.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Corona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.2%
17% above US avg
Spanish7.8%
42% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Corona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Corona is $28,542, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Corona vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,542
62% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,622
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$46,497

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.5%
65% above US avg
Establishments (County)368
County GDP$881M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare17
Retail42
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,533
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.9 min
Drive Alone31.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home38.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Corona is $85,600, 70% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,600
70% 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-Occupied76.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,533
28% below US avg
Effective Rate2.96%
In Corona, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.6%
2% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Checkup Rate66.3%
Premature Death14,503/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.5/10
Exercise Access8.4%
Healthcare Facilities17

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Corona has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.9 inches
56% below US avg
Snowfall27.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,694 ft (2,040 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density162/sq mi
Coordinates34.2501°N, 105.5970°W
County FIPS35057
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.1-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68%
D 29.9%

Winner: Republican by 38.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.4%
51% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density162/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants21
Retail Stores42

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.9 min
Drive Alone31.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home38.6%

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