High Rolls, NM

New Mexico

High Rolls is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 1,463. Residents earn $81,827 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
1,463 Population 95/sq mi density
$81,827 Median Income $24,982 per capita
$245,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$81,827 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$245,600 home value
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,827
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $245,600
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.7%
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,463
Median Age25.2 yrs
Density95/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 72%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,827
Per Capita$24,982
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,795M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$245,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain19.3 in/yr
Elevation7,759 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.7%
High School+96.2%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 35%
Commute31 min
Libraries4

Is High Rolls a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, High Rolls receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. High Rolls stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in High Rolls is $81,827, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. 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%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in High Rolls is $245,600, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

High Rolls experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.3 inches, including 17.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

High Rolls has a population of 1,463 with a density of 95 people per square mile. The median age is 25.2 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72%), with 25.8% Hispanic.

Population

1,463
Total Population
95
People / sq mi
25.2yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg
15.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

High Rolls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.3%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.7%
10% above US avg

Social Characteristics

High Rolls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in High Rolls is $81,827, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: High Rolls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,827
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$24,982
Avg Weekly Wage$962
IRS Avg AGI$49,136

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,328
County GDP$3,795M

Business (County)

Restaurants110
Healthcare112
Retail166
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,608
25% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.6 min
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in High Rolls is $245,600, 13% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$245,600
13% 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-Occupied95.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,608
25% below US avg
Effective Rate1.06%
In High Rolls, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 20.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: High Rolls vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity20.5%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.5%
Checkup Rate68.0%
Premature Death11,128/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access48.8%
Healthcare Facilities112

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

High Rolls has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.3 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall17.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,759 ft (2,365 m)
Area15.4 sq mi (39.9 km²)
Population Density95/sq mi
Coordinates32.9337°N, 105.8027°W
County FIPS35035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 32.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.4%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 27 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.7%
3% below US avg
High School+96.2%
School Test Score4.65
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density95/sq mi
Total Area15.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities112
Restaurants110
Retail Stores166

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.6 min
Work from Home2.6%

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