El Valle de Arroyo Seco, NM

New Mexico

El Valle de Arroyo Seco is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 1,602. Residents earn $69,556 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,602 Population 312/sq mi density
$69,556 Median Income $37,081 per capita
$214,400 Home Value
$1,077 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$69,556 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$214,400 home value, $1,077/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,556
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $214,400
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.5%
12% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,077
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.3%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

How El Valle de Arroyo Seco Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,602
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density312/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 36%

Economy

B+
Median Income$69,556
Per Capita$37,081
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$3,815M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$214,400
Rent$1,077
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI37 (Good)
Elevation5,839 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.5%
High School+81.2%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 33% / D 63%
Commute25 min
Libraries2

Is El Valle de Arroyo Seco a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Valle de Arroyo Seco receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. El Valle de Arroyo Seco 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 Valle de Arroyo Seco is $69,556, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in El Valle de Arroyo Seco is $214,400, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,077 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

29.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

El Valle de Arroyo Seco 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 Valle de Arroyo Seco has a population of 1,602 with a density of 312 people per square mile. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (35.5%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

1,602
Total Population
312
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
5.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

El Valle de Arroyo Seco vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only27.6%
65% below US avg
Spanish72.4%
440% above US avg

Social Characteristics

El Valle de Arroyo Seco vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Valle de Arroyo Seco is $69,556, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: El Valle de Arroyo Seco vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,556
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,081
Avg Weekly Wage$2,191
IRS Avg AGI$130,620

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below 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 Rate1.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Work from Home14.8%

Walkability

The median home value in El Valle de Arroyo Seco is $214,400, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,077 (7% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,400
24% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,077
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-Occupied82.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,973
14% above US avg
Effective Rate1.85%
In El Valle de Arroyo Seco, 27.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: El Valle de Arroyo Seco vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.3%
15% below US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure25.4%
Asthma8.6%
COPD3.9%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.9%
Checkup Rate64.6%
Premature Death3,583/100K

Food & Exercise

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

Crime Rates: El Valle de Arroyo Seco vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

El Valle de Arroyo Seco 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

Elevation5,839 ft (1,780 m)
Area5.1 sq mi (13.3 km²)
Population Density312/sq mi
Coordinates35.9526°N, 106.0260°W
County FIPS35028
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 29.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% 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+29.5%
12% below US avg
High School+81.2%
School Test Score4.65
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density312/sq mi
Total Area5.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants34
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Work from Home14.8%

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