Gila, NM

New Mexico

Gila is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 417.

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
417 Population 45/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $13,246 per capita
$262,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $262,000
7% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.0%
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.2%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population417
Median Age56.2 yrs
Density45/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$13,246
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,407M

Housing

Home Value$262,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain14.5 in/yr
Elevation4,733 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.0%
High School+80.6%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 51%
CommuteN/A
Broadband52.0%
Libraries3

Is Gila a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gila receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Gila has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gila is $262,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900.

Education

13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Gila enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Gila has a population of 417 with a density of 45 people per square mile. The median age is 56.2 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.7%), with 19.4% Hispanic.

Population

417
Total Population
45
People / sq mi
56.2yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
9.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Gila vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only64.6%
18% below US avg
Spanish35.4%
164% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Gila vs U.S. Average

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

Income: Gila vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$13,246
Avg Weekly Wage$1,046
IRS Avg AGI$52,245

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)743
County GDP$1,407M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare74
Retail82
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,259
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.86%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Gila is $262,000, 7% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$262,000
7% 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)$2,259
35% below US avg
Effective Rate0.86%
In Gila, 32.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.2%
0% below US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity22.0%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate67.0%
Premature Death12,951/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access68.9%
Healthcare Facilities74

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Gila has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.6°F
3% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.5 inches
62% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,733 ft (1,443 m)
Area9.4 sq mi (24.2 km²)
Population Density45/sq mi
Coordinates32.9413°N, 108.5705°W
County FIPS35017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.1-point margin. 52.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.3%
D 51.3%

Winner: Democrat by 5.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.0%
61% below US avg
High School+80.6%
School Test Score4.65
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density45/sq mi
Total Area9.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access52.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants74
Retail Stores82

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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