Indian Hills, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

Indian Hills is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 778. Residents earn $41,667 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
778 Population 136/sq mi density
$41,667 Median Income $32,633 per capita
$152,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$41,667 median income, 18.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$152,800 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,667
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $152,800
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.9%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 18.0%
400% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.9%
69% higher than US avg

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

People

Population778
Median Age36.4 yrs
Density136/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 62%

Economy

D
Median Income$41,667
Per Capita$32,633
Unemployment18.0%
Poverty20.9%
County GDP$2,430M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$152,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain13.6 in/yr
Elevation6,456 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+81.5%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute36 min
Libraries5

Is Indian Hills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Indian Hills receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Indian Hills has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Indian Hills is $41,667, 45% below the national average of $75,149. At 18.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Indian Hills is $152,800, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Indian Hills experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.6 inches, including 17.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Indian Hills has a population of 778 with a density of 136 people per square mile. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.6%), with 12.1% Hispanic.

Population

778
Total Population
136
People / sq mi
36.4yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
5.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.9%
Female 57.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Indian Hills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.6%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.4%
22% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Indian Hills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Indian Hills is $41,667, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 18.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Indian Hills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,667
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,633
Avg Weekly Wage$955
IRS Avg AGI$55,941

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment18.0%
400% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.9%
69% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,532
County GDP$2,430M

Business (County)

Restaurants85
Healthcare113
Retail155
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,068
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Indian Hills is $152,800, 46% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$152,800
46% 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-Occupied85.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,068
12% below US avg
Effective Rate2.01%
In Indian Hills, 32.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Indian Hills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.9%
2% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.3%
Checkup Rate65.8%
Premature Death11,779/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.3/10
Exercise Access47.7%
Healthcare Facilities113

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Indian Hills has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.6 inches
64% below US avg
Snowfall17.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,456 ft (1,968 m)
Area5.7 sq mi (14.8 km²)
Population Density136/sq mi
Coordinates34.9832°N, 106.1398°W
County FIPS35061
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.3%
D 40.9%

Winner: Republican by 16.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.5%
78% below US avg
High School+81.5%
School Test Score4.65
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density136/sq mi
Total Area5.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities113
Restaurants85
Retail Stores155

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

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