Median Income
$250,001
233% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
52.4%
55% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$1,088
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Fort Wingate Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population451
Median Age34.2 yrs
Density223/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 41%
Economy
A+
Median Income$250,001
Per Capita$68,399
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,894M
Commute15 min
Housing
A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,088
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease8.2%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain11.2 in/yr
Elevation6,958 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+52.4%
High School+96.0%
School Score4.65
Community
2024 VoteR 36% / D 61%
Commute15 min
Libraries3
Is Fort Wingate a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Fort Wingate receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Fort Wingate stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Fort Wingate is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places Fort Wingate among higher-income communities. 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%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $1,088 per month.
Education
Fort Wingate is a highly educated community — 52.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Fort Wingate experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.2 inches, including 10.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Fort Wingate has a population of 451 with a density of 223 people per square mile. The median age is 34.2 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (41%), with 35.3% Hispanic.
Population
34.2yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Fort Wingate vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 53.2% |
| 32% below US avg |
| Spanish | 46.8% |
| 249% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Fort Wingate vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Fort Wingate is $250,001, which is 233% 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. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.
Income: Fort Wingate vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $250,001 |
| 233% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $68,399 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $908 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $41,364 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,225 |
| County GDP | $2,894M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 138 |
| Healthcare | 130 |
| Retail | 214 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,272 |
| 7% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 14.5 min |
| Work from Home | 13.1% |
Monthly rent averages $1,088 (6% below US avg).
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,088 |
| 6% 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,272 |
| 7% below US avg |
In Fort Wingate, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Fort Wingate vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.0% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 16.6% |
| Heart Disease | 8.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.5% |
| Asthma | 14.5% |
| COPD | 10.2% |
| Stroke | 5.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 12.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.6% |
| Depression | 25.1% |
| Mental Distress | 24.0% |
| Physical Distress | 21.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 62.2% |
| Premature Death | 27,593/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 3.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 41.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 130 |
Crime Rates: Fort Wingate vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 33 |
Safety Score
Fort Wingate has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Temperature
33°F Jan (0°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 51.3°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 11.2 inches |
| 71% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 10.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,958 ft (2,121 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 223/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.4708°N, 108.5439°W |
| County FIPS | 35031 |