El Cerro Mission, NM
Full City Profile · New Mexico · Valencia County County
El Cerro Mission, NM
At a Glance
How El Cerro Mission Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows El Cerro Mission's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is El Cerro Mission a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
El Cerro Mission residents earn a median household income of $49,719 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,155. The unemployment rate stands at 18.0% (400% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,532 business establishments, including 85 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in El Cerro Mission is $101,000 , 64% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $396,947. Median rent is $1,289/month, with 18.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 92.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1993.
Education
7.5% of adults in El Cerro Mission hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below the national average). 73.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
El Cerro Mission has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.