Dulce, NM

New Mexico

Dulce is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 2,782. Residents earn $41,886 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,782 Population 217/sq mi density
$41,886 Median Income $23,969 per capita
$58,100 Home Value
$552 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$41,886 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$58,100 home value, $552/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,886
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $58,100
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $552
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.5%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,782
Median Age43.7 yrs
Density217/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 2%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,886
Per Capita$23,969
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$773M
Commute8 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$58,100
Rent$552
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain17.4 in/yr
Elevation7,275 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+90.1%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute8 min
Libraries1

Is Dulce a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dulce receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Dulce offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dulce is $41,886, 44% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dulce is $58,100, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $552 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Dulce experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.4 inches, including 55.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Dulce has a population of 2,782 with a density of 217 people per square mile. The median age is 43.7 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (90.2%), with 1.9% White, 7.1% Asian.

Population

2,782
Total Population
217
People / sq mi
43.7yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
12.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.7%
Female 55.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Dulce vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only67.6%
14% below US avg
Spanish32.4%
142% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Dulce vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dulce is $41,886, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes.

Income: Dulce vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,886
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,969
Avg Weekly Wage$943
IRS Avg AGI$79,767

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg
Establishments (County)695
County GDP$773M

Business (County)

Restaurants64
Healthcare37
Retail84
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,687
5% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.3 min
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Dulce is $58,100, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $552 (53% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,100
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$552
53% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$828
1 Bedroom$927
2 Bedrooms$1,129
3 Bedrooms$1,496
4 Bedrooms$1,758

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,687
5% above US avg
Effective Rate6.35%
In Dulce, 43.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.5%
36% above US avg
Diabetes16.5%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure35.6%
Asthma14.1%
COPD9.1%
Stroke5.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.6%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress23.2%
Physical Distress20.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate67.6%
Premature Death8,261/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access91.7%
Healthcare Facilities37

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Dulce has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.4°F
12% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.4 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall55.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,275 ft (2,217 m)
Area12.8 sq mi (33.2 km²)
Population Density217/sq mi
Coordinates36.9538°N, 107.0003°W
County FIPS08007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 41.7%

Winner: Republican by 14.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.9%
71% below US avg
High School+90.1%
School Test Score4.65
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density217/sq mi
Total Area12.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants64
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.3 min
Work from Home2.6%

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