Folsom, NM

New Mexico

Folsom is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 56. Residents earn $93,750 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
56 Population 86/sq mi density
$93,750 Median Income $15,102 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$93,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,750
25% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.9%
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population56
Median Age9.8 yrs
Density86/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans26.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$93,750
Per Capita$15,102
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$178M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain17.6 in/yr
Elevation6,402 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
CommuteN/A
Broadband9.0%
Libraries1

Is Folsom a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Folsom receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Folsom stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Folsom is $93,750, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. 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

25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below 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

Folsom experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.6 inches, including 40.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Folsom has a population of 56 with a density of 86 people per square mile. The median age is 9.8 years, 75% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

56
Total Population
86
People / sq mi
9.8yrs
Median Age
75% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Folsom vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.4%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.6%
58% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Folsom vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Folsom is $93,750, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Folsom vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,750
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$15,102
Avg Weekly Wage$893
IRS Avg AGI$44,577

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)182
County GDP$178M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare6
Retail19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,300
63% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home31.3%

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)$1,300
63% below US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.5%
Premature Death12,002/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access69.9%
Healthcare Facilities6

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Folsom has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.6 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall40.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,402 ft (1,951 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density86/sq mi
Coordinates36.8478°N, 103.9176°W
County FIPS35059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.2-point margin. 9.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%
D 22.7%

Winner: Republican by 52.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.9%
23% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density86/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access9.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities6
Restaurants10
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home31.3%

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