Glen Acres, NM

New Mexico

Glen Acres is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 306. Residents earn $100,982 per year, which is 34% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
306 Population 309/sq mi density
$100,982 Median Income $32,590 per capita
$138,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$100,982 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$138,400 home value
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $100,982
34% higher than US avg
Home Value $138,400
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.8%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.0%
85% higher than US avg

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

People

Population306
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density309/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 53%

Economy

B+
Median Income$100,982
Per Capita$32,590
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty23.0%
County GDP$1,407M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$138,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain11.3 in/yr
Elevation4,195 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+88.2%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 51%
Commute27 min
Broadband77.0%
Libraries3

Is Glen Acres a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glen Acres receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Glen Acres stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glen Acres is $100,982, which is significantly higher than the national average — 34% above $75,149. This places Glen Acres among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 23.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glen Acres is $138,400, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Glen Acres enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Glen Acres has a population of 306 with a density of 309 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53.3%), with 2% Hispanic.

Population

306
Total Population
309
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.8%
Female 59.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Glen Acres vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only35.7%
55% below US avg
Spanish64.3%
380% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Glen Acres vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glen Acres is $100,982, which is 34% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 23.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Glen Acres vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,982
34% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,590
Avg Weekly Wage$1,046
IRS Avg AGI$52,245

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate23.0%
85% above 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 Rate1.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Glen Acres is $138,400, 51% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$138,400
51% 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-Occupied83.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,259
35% below US avg
Effective Rate1.63%
In Glen Acres, 32.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Glen Acres vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.8%
2% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma8.9%
COPD5.0%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Checkup Rate66.4%
Premature Death12,951/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Glen Acres has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.3°F
14% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.3 inches
70% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,195 ft (1,279 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density309/sq mi
Coordinates32.3750°N, 108.7163°W
County FIPS35017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.1-point margin. 77.0% 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+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+88.2%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density309/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants74
Retail Stores82

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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