El Duende, NM

New Mexico

El Duende is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 730. Residents earn $90,859 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
730 Population 497/sq mi density
$90,859 Median Income $21,834 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$90,859 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Education
1.0 / 5.0
0.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,859
21% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.3%
99% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 35.1%
183% higher than US avg

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

People

Population730
Median Age14.8 yrs
Density497/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 54%

Economy

B+
Median Income$90,859
Per Capita$21,834
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty35.1%
County GDP$1,379M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain11.1 in/yr
Elevation5,893 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+0.3%
High School+94.1%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
CommuteN/A
Libraries10

Is El Duende a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Duende receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. El Duende has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in El Duende is $90,859, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 35.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

0.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

El Duende experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.1 inches, including 10.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

El Duende has a population of 730 with a density of 497 people per square mile. The median age is 14.8 years, 62% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53.8%).

Population

730
Total Population
497
People / sq mi
14.8yrs
Median Age
62% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.9%
Female 64.1%

Race & Ethnicity

El Duende vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only33.9%
57% below US avg
Spanish66.1%
393% above US avg

Social Characteristics

El Duende vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Duende is $90,859, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 35.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: El Duende vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,859
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$21,834
Avg Weekly Wage$941
IRS Avg AGI$52,599

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate35.1%
183% above US avg
Establishments (County)859
County GDP$1,379M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare72
Retail81
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,640
25% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.6%

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-Occupied64.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,640
25% below US avg
In El Duende, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.3% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: El Duende vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma8.8%
COPD4.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.5%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression19.3%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate66.1%
Premature Death21,299/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access49.7%
Healthcare Facilities72

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

El Duende has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.1 inches
71% below US avg
Snowfall10.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,893 ft (1,796 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density497/sq mi
Coordinates36.0684°N, 106.1301°W
County FIPS35039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (99% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.2%
D 58.6%

Winner: Democrat by 19.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.3%
99% below US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score4.65
F Education Grade (1.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density497/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants65
Retail Stores81

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.6%

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