Crestview, NM

New Mexico

Crestview is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 144. Residents earn $123,644 per year, which is 65% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
144 Population 111/sq mi density
$123,644 Median Income $94,498 per capita
$220,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$123,644 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$220,400 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
66.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $123,644
65% higher than US avg
Home Value $220,400
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 66.9%
99% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population144
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density111/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 33%

Economy

A+
Median Income$123,644
Per Capita$94,498
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,894M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$220,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain11.2 in/yr
Elevation6,540 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+66.9%
High School+88.5%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 61%
Commute39 min
Libraries3

Is Crestview a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crestview receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Crestview stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crestview is $123,644, which is significantly higher than the national average — 65% above $75,149. This places Crestview among higher-income communities. 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%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crestview is $220,400, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Crestview is a highly educated community — 66.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Crestview experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.2 inches, including 10.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Crestview has a population of 144 with a density of 111 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (63.2%), with 33.3% White, 63.2% Asian.

Population

144
Total Population
111
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.8%
Female 56.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Crestview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.9%
12% below US avg
Spanish31.1%
132% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Crestview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crestview is $123,644, which is 65% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Crestview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$123,644
65% above US avg
Per Capita Income$94,498
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
Effective Tax Rate1.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.8 min
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Crestview is $220,400, 22% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,400
22% 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)$3,272
7% below US avg
Effective Rate1.48%
In Crestview, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes14.2%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.2%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.5%
Physical Inactivity27.3%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress18.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.2%
Checkup Rate63.1%
Premature Death27,593/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Safety Score

Crestview has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.2 inches
71% below US avg
Snowfall10.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,540 ft (1,993 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density111/sq mi
Coordinates35.4878°N, 108.8574°W
County FIPS35031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 66.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (99% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 24.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.2%
D 60.7%

Winner: Democrat by 24.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+66.9%
99% above US avg
High School+88.5%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density111/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities130
Restaurants138
Retail Stores214

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.8 min
Work from Home5.0%

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