Datil, NM

New Mexico

Datil is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 16.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
16 Population 9/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value $207,243 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
49°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
100.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 100.0%
197% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population16
Median AgeN/A
Density9/mi²
Male / Female0% / 100%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans16.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$868M
Commute3 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$207,243

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain13.0 in/yr
Elevation7,629 ft

Education

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

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute3 min
Broadband16.0%
Libraries3

Is Datil a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Datil receives an overall livability score of 5.0 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. Datil 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%. Workers commute an average of 3 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

Datil is a highly educated community — 100.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

Datil experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.0 inches, including 6.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Datil has a population of 16 with a density of 9 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

16
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 0%
Female 100%

Race & Ethnicity

Datil vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Datil vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Datil is N/A. 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 3 minutes.

Income: Datil vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$41,403

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)449
County GDP$868M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare44
Retail57
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,380
32% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time2.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $207,243.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$207,243

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)$2,380
32% below US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death16,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.9/10
Exercise Access53.3%
Healthcare Facilities44

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Datil has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.0 inches
66% below US avg
Snowfall6.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,629 ft (2,325 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates34.1389°N, 107.8413°W
County FIPS35006
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 100.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (197% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.6-point margin. 16.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48%
D 49.6%

Winner: Democrat by 1.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+100.0%
197% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density9/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities44
Restaurants46
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute2.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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