Grady, NM

New Mexico

Grady is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 106. Residents earn $68,605 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
106 Population 393/sq mi density
$68,605 Median Income $38,991 per capita
$104,200 Home Value
$625 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$68,605 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,200 home value, $625/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,605
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,200
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.6%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

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

People

Population106
Median Age68.9 yrs
Density393/mi²
Male / Female70% / 30%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,605
Per Capita$38,991
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty8.8%
County GDP$4,317M
Commute8 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,200
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain17.6 in/yr
Elevation4,599 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.6%
High School+92.6%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute8 min
Broadband74.0%
Libraries1

Is Grady a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grady receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Grady offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grady is $68,605, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grady is $104,200, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Grady enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.6 inches, including 8.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Grady has a population of 106 with a density of 393 people per square mile. The median age is 68.9 years, 77% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

106
Total Population
393
People / sq mi
68.9yrs
Median Age
77% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 69.8%
Female 30.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Grady vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Grady vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grady is $68,605, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes.

Income: Grady vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,605
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,991
Avg Weekly Wage$899
IRS Avg AGI$52,444

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,362
County GDP$4,317M

Business (County)

Restaurants98
Healthcare124
Retail176
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,463
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time7.7 min
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Grady is $104,200, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,200
63% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$828
1 Bedroom$927
2 Bedrooms$1,129
3 Bedrooms$1,496
4 Bedrooms$1,758

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied23.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,463
30% below US avg
Effective Rate2.36%
In Grady, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 19.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity19.8%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Checkup Rate67.3%
Premature Death12,340/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access71.6%
Healthcare Facilities124

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Grady has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.7°F
5% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.6 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall8.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,599 ft (1,402 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density393/sq mi
Coordinates34.8220°N, 103.3153°W
County FIPS35009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.6-point margin. 74.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.4%
D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 42.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.6%
69% below US avg
High School+92.6%
School Test Score4.65
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density393/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants98
Retail Stores176

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute7.7 min
Work from Home1.5%

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