Homer C Jones, NM

New Mexico

Homer C Jones is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 480.

1.1 /5.0
F Poor
480 Population 1,920/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.1 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.6%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 100.0%
706% higher than US avg

How Homer C Jones Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population480
Median Age10.2 yrs
Density1,920/mi²
Male / Female83% / 17%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty100.0%
County GDP$2,894M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease13.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.3 in/yr
Elevation7,426 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+1.7%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 61%
CommuteN/A
Broadband82.0%
Libraries3

Is Homer C Jones a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Homer C Jones receives an overall livability score of 1.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Homer C Jones faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. The poverty rate of 100.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 1.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Homer C Jones experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.3 inches, including 30.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Homer C Jones has a population of 480 with a density of 1,920 people per square mile. The median age is 10.2 years, 74% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (99.4%), with 99.4% Asian.

Population

480
Total Population
1,920
People / sq mi
10.2yrs
Median Age
74% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 82.9%
Female 17.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Homer C Jones vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only58.4%
26% below US avg
Spanish41.6%
210% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Homer C Jones vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Homer C Jones is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 100.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Homer C Jones vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$908
IRS Avg AGI$41,364

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate100.0%
706% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,225
County GDP$2,894M

Business (County)

Restaurants138
Healthcare130
Retail214
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,272
7% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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)$3,272
7% below US avg
In Homer C Jones, 44.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 41.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Homer C Jones vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.6%
39% above US avg
Diabetes21.2%
Heart Disease13.1%
High Blood Pressure40.7%
Asthma13.6%
COPD16.8%
Stroke7.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.3%
Physical Inactivity41.9%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress25.6%
Physical Distress26.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate62.7%
Premature Death27,593/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.4/10
Exercise Access41.2%
Healthcare Facilities130

Crime Rates: Homer C Jones vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Safety Score

Homer C Jones has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.3 inches
68% below US avg
Snowfall30.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,426 ft (2,263 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,920/sq mi
Coordinates35.3078°N, 108.0966°W
County FIPS35031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 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 24.5-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.2%
D 60.7%

Winner: Democrat by 24.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+1.7%
School Test Score4.65
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,920/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities130
Restaurants138
Retail Stores214

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Commute & Transportation

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