Costilla, NM

New Mexico

Costilla is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 498.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
498 Population 164/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $22,989 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.0%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population498
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density164/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,989
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,521M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain13.4 in/yr
Elevation7,804 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 25% / D 72%
CommuteN/A
Broadband99.0%
Libraries4

Is Costilla a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Costilla receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Costilla 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

0.0% 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

Costilla has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.4 inches, including 61.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Costilla has a population of 498 with a density of 164 people per square mile. The median age is 35.3 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (0%).

Population

498
Total Population
164
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.8%
Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Costilla vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Costilla vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Costilla 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: Costilla vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,989
Avg Weekly Wage$873
IRS Avg AGI$56,455

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below 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

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home63.9%

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)$3,363
4% below US avg
In Costilla, 29.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.5% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.0%
10% below US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure27.2%
Asthma8.9%
COPD3.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.1%
Checkup Rate65.3%
Premature Death12,930/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Costilla has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.4 inches
65% below US avg
Snowfall61.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,804 ft (2,379 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²)
Population Density164/sq mi
Coordinates36.9785°N, 105.5353°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. 99.0% 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+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density164/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities105
Restaurants151
Retail Stores194

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home63.9%

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