El Rancho, NM

New Mexico

El Rancho is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 1,432. Residents earn $78,594 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,432 Population 682/sq mi density
$78,594 Median Income $43,321 per capita
$257,100 Home Value
$1,080 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$78,594 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$257,100 home value, $1,080/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
33.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,594
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $257,100
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.1%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,080
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.5%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.1%
70% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,432
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density682/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 48%

Economy

B+
Median Income$78,594
Per Capita$43,321
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty21.1%
County GDP$3,815M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$257,100
Rent$1,080
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI37 (Good)
Elevation5,639 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.1%
High School+96.1%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 33% / D 63%
Commute30 min
Libraries2

Is El Rancho a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Rancho receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. El Rancho stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in El Rancho is $78,594, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. The poverty rate of 21.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in El Rancho is $257,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,080 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

El Rancho experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

El Rancho has a population of 1,432 with a density of 682 people per square mile. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (48%), with 7.2% Hispanic.

Population

1,432
Total Population
682
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

El Rancho vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only56.7%
28% below US avg
Spanish43.3%
223% above US avg

Social Characteristics

El Rancho vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Rancho is $78,594, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: El Rancho vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,594
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,321
Avg Weekly Wage$2,191
IRS Avg AGI$130,620

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.1%
70% above US avg
Establishments (County)606
County GDP$3,815M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare72
Retail30
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,973
14% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.5 min
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in El Rancho is $257,100, 9% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,080 (7% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$257,100
9% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$156
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,080
7% 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-Occupied77.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,973
14% above US avg
Effective Rate1.55%
In El Rancho, 28.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.5%
11% below US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure26.0%
Asthma9.1%
COPD4.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.2%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Checkup Rate65.8%
Premature Death3,583/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access99.3%
Healthcare Facilities72

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

El Rancho has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,639 ft (1,719 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density682/sq mi
Coordinates35.8928°N, 106.0856°W
County FIPS35028
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 33.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 30.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.2%
D 63.4%

Winner: Democrat by 30.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.1%
2% below US avg
High School+96.1%
School Test Score4.65
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density682/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants34
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.5 min
Work from Home3.6%

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