El Rancho, NM
Full City Profile · New Mexico · Los Alamos County County
El Rancho, NM
At a Glance
How El Rancho Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows El Rancho's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is El Rancho a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
El Rancho residents earn a median household income of $78,594 , which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,321. The unemployment rate stands at 1.1% (69% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 21.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 606 business establishments, including 34 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in El Rancho is $257,100 , 9% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $320,034. Median rent is $1,080/month, with 25.5% 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 1981.
Education
33.1% of adults in El Rancho hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below the national average). 96.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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. Annual precipitation totals 17.5 inches.