Fruitland, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

Fruitland is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 521. Residents earn $138,500 per year, which is 84% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
521 Population 266/sq mi density
$138,500 Median Income $50,844 per capita
$160,000 Home Value $265,382 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$138,500 median income, 10.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$160,000 home value
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $138,500
84% higher than US avg
Home Value $160,000
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 44.6%
32% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.2%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.7%
197% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population521
Median Age51.7 yrs
Density266/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$138,500
Per Capita$50,844
Unemployment10.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$7,043M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$265,382

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain7.3 in/yr
Elevation5,136 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute31 min
Libraries3

Is Fruitland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fruitland receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Fruitland stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fruitland is $138,500, which is significantly higher than the national average — 84% above $75,149. This places Fruitland among higher-income communities. At 10.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fruitland is $160,000, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Fruitland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.3 inches, including 7.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Fruitland has a population of 521 with a density of 266 people per square mile. The median age is 51.7 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (95.2%), with 4.8% White, 95.2% Asian.

Population

521
Total Population
266
People / sq mi
51.7yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Fruitland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only74.7%
5% below US avg
Spanish25.3%
89% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Fruitland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fruitland is $138,500, which is 84% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Fruitland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$138,500
84% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,844
Avg Weekly Wage$1,077
IRS Avg AGI$56,852

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.7%
197% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,087
County GDP$7,043M

Business (County)

Restaurants230
Healthcare294
Retail417
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,974
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fruitland is $160,000, 43% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $265,382.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,000
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$265,382

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)$2,974
15% below US avg
Effective Rate1.86%
In Fruitland, 33.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.2%
3% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma12.7%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress16.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Checkup Rate68.1%
Premature Death18,277/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access50.9%
Healthcare Facilities294

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Fruitland has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.3 inches
81% below US avg
Snowfall7.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,136 ft (1,565 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density266/sq mi
Coordinates36.7435°N, 108.3949°W
County FIPS35045
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 44.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%
D 33%

Winner: Republican by 31.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.6%
32% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density266/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities294
Restaurants230
Retail Stores417

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

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