Gallina, NM

New Mexico

Gallina is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 273. Residents earn $130,071 per year, which is 73% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
273 Population 43/sq mi density
$130,071 Median Income $36,405 per capita
$264,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$130,071 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$264,300 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $130,071
73% higher than US avg
Home Value $264,300
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.1%
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.0%
11% lower than US avg

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

People

Population273
Median Age55.7 yrs
Density43/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 52%

Economy

A
Median Income$130,071
Per Capita$36,405
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty11.0%
County GDP$1,379M
Commute56 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$264,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain15.5 in/yr
Elevation7,530 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
Commute56 min
Broadband77.0%
Libraries10

Is Gallina a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gallina receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times, high obesity rates. Gallina offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gallina is $130,071, which is significantly higher than the national average — 73% above $75,149. This places Gallina among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 56 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gallina is $264,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.1% 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

Gallina experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.5 inches, including 50.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Gallina has a population of 273 with a density of 43 people per square mile. The median age is 55.7 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52%).

Population

273
Total Population
43
People / sq mi
55.7yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
6.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56%
Female 44%

Race & Ethnicity

Gallina vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only58.9%
25% below US avg
Spanish41.1%
207% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Gallina vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gallina is $130,071, which is 73% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 56 minutes.

Income: Gallina vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$130,071
73% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,405
Avg Weekly Wage$941
IRS Avg AGI$52,599

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.0%
11% below US avg
Establishments (County)859
County GDP$1,379M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare72
Retail81
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,640
25% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time56.1 min
Work from Home12.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Gallina is $264,300, 6% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$264,300
6% below US avg

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)$2,640
25% below US avg
Effective Rate1.00%
In Gallina, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.3% report depression. 31.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes14.4%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma8.8%
COPD5.0%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity31.3%
Depression19.3%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.8%
Checkup Rate64.9%
Premature Death21,299/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access49.7%
Healthcare Facilities72

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Gallina has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.5 inches
59% below US avg
Snowfall50.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,530 ft (2,295 m)
Area6.3 sq mi (16.3 km²)
Population Density43/sq mi
Coordinates36.2349°N, 106.8279°W
County FIPS35039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.4-point margin. 77.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.2%
D 58.6%

Winner: Democrat by 19.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.1%
79% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density43/sq mi
Total Area6.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants65
Retail Stores81

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute56.1 min
Work from Home12.2%

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