East Pecos, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

East Pecos is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 529.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
529 Population 147/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $21,285 per capita
$9,999 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $9,999
96% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.4%
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population529
Median Age32.4 yrs
Density147/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$21,285
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$10,087M

Housing

Home Value$9,999
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain16.2 in/yr
Elevation7,132 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.4%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 24% / D 73%
CommuteN/A
Libraries8

Is East Pecos a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Pecos receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. East Pecos has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Pecos is $9,999, 96% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

23.4% 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

East Pecos experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.2 inches, including 26.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

East Pecos has a population of 529 with a density of 147 people per square mile. The median age is 32.4 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

529
Total Population
147
People / sq mi
32.4yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

East Pecos vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

East Pecos vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Pecos 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: East Pecos vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$21,285
Avg Weekly Wage$1,177
IRS Avg AGI$89,177

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,768
County GDP$10,087M

Business (County)

Restaurants465
Healthcare561
Retail775
Manufacturing124

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,168
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate51.69%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in East Pecos is $9,999, 96% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,999
96% 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-Occupied60.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,168
48% above US avg
Effective Rate51.69%
In East Pecos, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: East Pecos vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma8.7%
COPD4.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity28.1%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%
Checkup Rate66.5%
Premature Death8,950/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access83.4%
Healthcare Facilities561

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

East Pecos has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.2 inches
57% below US avg
Snowfall26.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,132 ft (2,174 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.3 km²)
Population Density147/sq mi
Coordinates35.5766°N, 105.6500°W
County FIPS35049
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 48.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 24.4%
D 73.4%

Winner: Democrat by 48.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.4%
31% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density147/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities561
Restaurants465
Retail Stores775

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home9.4%

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