Dora, NM

New Mexico

Dora is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 54. Residents earn $59,886 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
54 Population 21/sq mi density
$59,886 Median Income $32,424 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$59,886 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
64.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,886
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 64.1%
90% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.8%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population54
Median Age55.8 yrs
Density21/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans62.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,886
Per Capita$32,424
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$949M
Commute27 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain16.7 in/yr
Elevation4,320 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+64.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute27 min
Broadband31.0%
Libraries1

Is Dora a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dora receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Dora stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dora is $59,886, 20% below the national average of $75,149. 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 27 minutes.

Education

Dora is a highly educated community — 64.1% 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

Dora enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.7 inches, including 5.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Dora has a population of 54 with a density of 21 people per square mile. The median age is 55.8 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.6%), with 7.4% Hispanic, 3.7% Asian.

Population

54
Total Population
21
People / sq mi
55.8yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.3%
Female 40.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Dora vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Dora vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dora is $59,886, which is 20% below 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 27 minutes.

Income: Dora vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,886
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,424
Avg Weekly Wage$870
IRS Avg AGI$45,437

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)480
County GDP$949M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare40
Retail45
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,962
44% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Work from Home3.7%

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-Occupied95.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,962
44% below US avg
In Dora, 32.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.8%
2% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.1%
Checkup Rate64.8%
Premature Death10,941/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access67.5%
Healthcare Facilities40

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Dora has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.6°F
7% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.7 inches
56% below US avg
Snowfall5.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,320 ft (1,317 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates33.9259°N, 103.3386°W
County FIPS35041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 64.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.2-point margin. 31.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 27.4%

Winner: Republican by 43.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+64.1%
90% above 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 Density21/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access31.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants33
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Work from Home3.7%

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