Encinal, NM

New Mexico

Encinal is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 591.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
591 Population 199/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $27,967 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.4%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 42.9%
246% higher than US avg

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

People

Population591
Median Age29.2 yrs
Density199/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$27,967
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty42.9%
County GDP$868M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease8.6%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain10.0 in/yr
Elevation6,293 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+49.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
CommuteN/A
Broadband52.0%
Libraries3

Is Encinal a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Encinal receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Encinal offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 42.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Encinal experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.0 inches, including 15.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Encinal has a population of 591 with a density of 199 people per square mile. The median age is 29.2 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%), with 51.9% Asian.

Population

591
Total Population
199
People / sq mi
29.2yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.1%
Female 59.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Encinal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only42.2%
46% below US avg
Spanish57.8%
331% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Encinal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Encinal is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 42.9% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Encinal vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$27,967
Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$41,403

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate42.9%
246% above US avg
Establishments (County)449
County GDP$868M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare44
Retail57
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,380
32% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,380
32% below US avg
In Encinal, 42.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 30.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Encinal vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.4%
32% above US avg
Diabetes17.5%
Heart Disease8.6%
High Blood Pressure36.7%
Asthma14.4%
COPD9.3%
Stroke5.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.6%
Physical Inactivity30.8%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress23.5%
Physical Distress20.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate43.0%
Checkup Rate67.8%
Premature Death16,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.9/10
Exercise Access53.3%
Healthcare Facilities44

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Encinal has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.0 inches
74% below US avg
Snowfall15.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,293 ft (1,918 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²)
Population Density199/sq mi
Coordinates35.1112°N, 107.4651°W
County FIPS35006
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.6-point margin. 52.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48%
D 49.6%

Winner: Democrat by 1.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+49.0%
School Test Score4.65
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density199/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access52.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities44
Restaurants46
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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