El Morro Valley, NM

New Mexico

El Morro Valley is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 49.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
49 Population 4/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
100.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 100.0%
197% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population49
Median Age9.7 yrs
Density4/mi²
Male / Female18% / 82%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans29.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,894M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain13.9 in/yr
Elevation7,470 ft

Education

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

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 61%
CommuteN/A
Broadband13.0%
Libraries3

Is El Morro Valley a Good Place to Live?

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

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%.

Education

El Morro Valley is a highly educated community — 100.0% 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

El Morro Valley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.9 inches, including 38.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

El Morro Valley has a population of 49 with a density of 4 people per square mile. The median age is 9.7 years, 75% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

49
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
9.7yrs
Median Age
75% below US avg
13.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 18.4%
Female 81.6%

Race & Ethnicity

El Morro Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

El Morro Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Morro Valley 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: El Morro Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$908
IRS Avg AGI$41,364

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,225
County GDP$2,894M

Business (County)

Restaurants138
Healthcare130
Retail214
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,272
7% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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-Occupied0.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,272
7% below US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death27,593/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.4/10
Exercise Access41.2%
Healthcare Facilities130

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Safety Score

El Morro Valley has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average47.7°F
12% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.9 inches
63% below US avg
Snowfall38.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,470 ft (2,277 m)
Area13.3 sq mi (34.6 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates35.0361°N, 108.3226°W
County FIPS35031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 100.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (197% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 24.5-point margin. 13.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.2%
D 60.7%

Winner: Democrat by 24.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+100.0%
197% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density4/sq mi
Total Area13.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access13.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities130
Restaurants138
Retail Stores214

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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