Garfield, NM

New Mexico

Garfield is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 98.

98 Population 126/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $6,151 per capita
N/A Home Value $174,124 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 100.0%
706% higher than US avg

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

People

Population98
Median Age29.8 yrs
Density126/mi²
Male / Female78% / 22%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans77.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$6,151
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty100.0%
County GDP$1,242M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$174,124

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease8.3%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain10.6 in/yr
Elevation4,103 ft

Education

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

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
CommuteN/A
Broadband17.0%
Libraries2

Is Garfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Garfield receives an overall livability score of 0.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Garfield faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 100.0% 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%. 0.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Garfield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Garfield has a population of 98 with a density of 126 people per square mile. The median age is 29.8 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (0%).

Population

98
Total Population
126
People / sq mi
29.8yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 77.6%
Female 22.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Garfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish100.0%
646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Garfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Garfield is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 100.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Garfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$6,151
Avg Weekly Wage$938
IRS Avg AGI$38,791

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate100.0%
706% above US avg
Establishments (County)561
County GDP$1,242M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare53
Retail66
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,940
45% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $174,124.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$174,124

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)$1,940
45% below US avg
In Garfield, 42.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 41.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.7%
33% above US avg
Diabetes18.0%
Heart Disease8.3%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD7.7%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.4%
Physical Inactivity41.0%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress21.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate66.3%
Premature Death13,152/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.4/10
Exercise Access49.3%
Healthcare Facilities53

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Garfield has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average63.2°F
17% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.6 inches
72% below US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,103 ft (1,251 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density126/sq mi
Coordinates32.7568°N, 107.2665°W
County FIPS35029
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 Republican by a 18.9-point margin. 17.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.3%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 18.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+0.0%
School Test Score4.65

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density126/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants62
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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