Hagerman, NM

New Mexico

Hagerman is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 599. Residents earn $68,750 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
599 Population 440/sq mi density
$68,750 Median Income $31,831 per capita
$72,900 Home Value
$640 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$68,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,900 home value, $640/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,750
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,900
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $640
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population599
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density440/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 60%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,750
Per Capita$31,831
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$2,866M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,900
Rent$640
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain13.3 in/yr
Elevation3,427 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+55.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute24 min
Libraries1

Is Hagerman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hagerman receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Hagerman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hagerman is $68,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hagerman is $72,900, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $640 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 55.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Hagerman enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Hagerman has a population of 599 with a density of 440 people per square mile. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.1%), with 9.5% Hispanic.

Population

599
Total Population
440
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hagerman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only43.3%
45% below US avg
Spanish56.7%
323% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hagerman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hagerman is $68,750, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Hagerman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,750
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,831
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$59,130

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,805
County GDP$2,866M

Business (County)

Restaurants138
Healthcare174
Retail199
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,116
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Hagerman is $72,900, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $640 (45% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,900
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$640
45% 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-Occupied84.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,116
11% below US avg
Effective Rate4.27%
In Hagerman, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 31.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity31.8%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Checkup Rate66.5%
Premature Death13,484/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access78.1%
Healthcare Facilities174

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Hagerman has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.3 inches
65% below US avg
Snowfall3.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,427 ft (1,045 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density440/sq mi
Coordinates33.1158°N, 104.3319°W
County FIPS35005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.6%
D 26.8%

Winner: Republican by 44.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.4%
72% below US avg
High School+55.0%
School Test Score4.65
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density440/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities174
Restaurants138
Retail Stores199

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Work from Home5.2%

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